From the desk of Rosemary Laird, MD
Founder of Navigating Aging Needs (NAN), LLC
Happy New Year!
For a caregiver of a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s, that September urge for a fresh start can be a good feeling as well. For many caregivers it may feel as if every minute is filled with something that needs to be done, with your constant managing of your loved one's meals, medications, and appointments. And that can mean pushing aside big, important projects for "sometime later."
It’s All a Matter of Perspective!
Some days require that you focus on the next appointment, decision, or simply getting through the day. Other days give might give you the opportunity to look farther ahead and ask: Are we headed in the direction that is right for our family? Do we have a “Plan B,” in case we have an unexpected major turn of events? Your NAN Navigator has the resources to help you find this balance, helping you pay close attention to today’s details while keeping the bigger, long-term picture in sight.
Warning Sign
You know the feeling when a warning light appears on your car dashboard? It’s rarely convenient. You might hope it goes away. If you’re like me, you might keep driving because the car still seems to be working just fine—and you have somewhere to be.
Facing the Winds of Change
For caregivers of a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s, change is even more of a constant companion. Alzheimer’s is a degenerative disease that currently has no cure, and so the only thing that is certain is that the future will not be like the present.