The Care that Never Stops: Five Stress Reduction Tips for Caregivers

Feeling stressed and overwhelmed because you are caring for someone with dementia? You’re not alone. The Alzheimer's Association estimates that 10 million people share the overwhelming task of caring for a relative or friend with dementia. 

It is often the caregivers who are the glue that holds the family together. Many feel stressed from the pressures and challenges of providing care, and this stress can lead to physical, mental, and emotional strain. Some adverse effects include migraines, depression, anxiety, sleep problems, and other chronic health conditions.

So, what’s a caregiver to do?

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