Having a parent with declining cognitive function is one of the most stressful experiences that you will face.  It can be hard to know how to approach your parent(s) about the decline. You want to keep them safe, but they may not want your help.

It can be a long road, so having a coping plan from the start is important.

Here are 8 suggestions for how to cope.

Reach out anytime,

Dr. C
Delia Chiaramonte, MD

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