Dementia Caregiver Support for Christians: Tips for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers to Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout & Handle Difficult Behaviors

95. Do You Need to Plan Ahead When Dementia Caregiving?


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Are you stepping into the role of a caregiver for a loved one with dementia without a roadmap? The unexpected twists and turns of dementia caregiving can be overwhelming. 

It's akin to embarking on an unplanned vacation, where the excitement of spontaneity can quickly give way to the chaos of being unprepared. 

This episode sheds light on the critical importance of planning ahead in dementia caregiving, offering a beacon of hope and guidance for those navigating this challenging journey.

 

The Power of Preparation

Caregiving for someone with dementia is a path filled with uncertainties. The episode beautifully illustrates this through an analogy of an unplanned vacation, emphasizing the pitfalls of being unprepared. 

It's a journey that demands foresight, much like meticulously planning a trip to ensure you have all you need for the destination. Without a plan, caregivers might find themselves ill-equipped, facing the dementia caregiving journey with the wrong set of tools and expectations.

 

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Dementia Caregiver Support for Christians: Tips for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers to Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout & Handle Difficult BehaviorsBy Lizette Cloete, Christian Dementia Coach

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