November brings thoughts of
holiday celebrations with family and friends. For caregivers of loved ones with
Alzheimer’s disease, festive thoughts of socializing can seem overwhelming.
They may dread the upcoming gatherings expected during this busy time of year.
These are some questions caregivers of
loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease may be considering:
1) What’s the best time of day to celebrate?
2) Will family and friends be understanding of caregiver
needs and needs of loved ones with Alzheimer’s?
3) What strategies can be used to relieve
stress?
4) How can loved ones with Alzheimer’s be involved as
active participants?
5) What would be good gifts for caregivers and loved ones
with Alzheimer’s to receive?
This Alzheimer’s
Association video is titled Caregiving Through the Holidays. Narrated by Eve Moses, an educator with the
Alzheimer’s Association, it offers practical suggestions that can assist in
making happy holiday memories.
Frances Shani Parker,
Author
Becoming Dead Right: A
Hospice Volunteer in Urban Nursing Homes is available in paperback at many
booksellers in America and other countries and in e-book form at
Amazon and Barnes and Noble booksellers.
