DEMENTIA TAKES A TOLL ON FAMILIES | Calgary Beacon


“Dementia’s impact on the family is often neglected and not recognized by health professionals yet is so very important. If family are not coping this will adversely effect the person with dementia so it is essential that families receive support and counselling.”

Troy Media – by Kim Gray When someone close to you is diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, family members can mistakenly assume everyone involved is going to rally in support.”

 

DEMENTIA TAKES A TOLL ON FAMILIES | Calgary Beacon.

Posted on January 8, 2011, in Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia, Dementia, Grief, Senior Issues and tagged , , , , , . Bookmark the permalink. Leave a comment.

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