“You need to take care of yourself, so that you can take care of somebody else,” caregiver and St. John’s Meadows Resident Barbara Smith told local news outlets on National Caregiver Day, February 21.
On February 21, 2025, we celebrate National Caregivers Day, a special occasion dedicated to recognizing the incredible individuals who provide care and support to those in need.
Symbolically linking the passage that a person with dementia travels (along with his/her dementia caregiver) to Neil de Grasse Tyson's description in the series Cosmos, of his dog walking along a beach going back and forth but always proceeding in one direction, the authors of Alzheimer's The Uncertain Journey: Navigating the Challenges set the stage for the significant trials with which the book hopes to assist.
Stepping into the role of a caregiver brings with it a unique set of challenges and responsibilities. While caring for someone else is rewarding, it's easy to overlook your own needs in the process.
According to the 2024 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures approximately 10% of dementia caregivers are providing help to a spouse with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia.
Your note really touched me. It sounds like you had a wonderful marriage. It isn’t unusual for a person with dementia to have a rather flat expression.
By actively showing appreciation and support for caregivers, we can make a positive impact on their well-being and let them know that their efforts are valued.
