The Unseen Costs of Dementia Caregiving
Authored by: Vivian Xu Art by: Chloe Lee Introduction When we talk about dementia care, the focus is almost always on the patient. However, behind every person living with dementia, there is usually a family member or friend providing daily support. These caregivers manage medication, coordinate appointments, assist with bathing and mealtimes, in addition to making difficult medical and financial decisions. Although their role is essential, their own health and wellbeing are often overlooked....