Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias challenge the emotional resources of caregivers who are helping family members. Asking the same question over and over again is a common behavior that causes stress for the caregiver and his/her family member. Check out this post for some creative solutions to this problem.

http://forums.agis.com/thread.jspa?threadID=104&tstart=0

Caring for a family member can be stressful, time consuming and expensive. In this post, we discuss government sponsored programs that can provide some financial support to families caring for a

loved one.

http://forums.agis.com/thread.jspa?threadID=182&tstart=0

At the end of day, where do caregivers find the inspiration to keep on caring? This short and sweet post from one of our forum members helped lift all our spirits.

http://forums.agis.com/thread.jspa?threadID=177&tstart=0

2008 has arrived. Have you made any New Year’s resolutions? Check out resolutions for caregivers and people who love them on our website.

http://www.agis.com/newyearsresolutions/

Really ready to turn over a new leaf?

Ask for the help you need by sending the resolutions for “Caregivers Friends and Family” with a specific request for help, to someone who cares about you.

The AGIS Network Caregiver Forums are a great place to get support and ideas for helping your family member. Will you join us? http://forums.agis.com/index.jspa

Filed under: AGIS, Alzheimer's, Caregiving