SPOTLIGHT: Dementia

At this time of year, caring for a loved one with dementia and including them in year-end festivities can put an enormous strain on the carer's health and risk a potential crisis for the person being cared for. Respite care for an individual with dementia may also be sought at this time of year; which can be laden with feelings of guilt for the carer, and may be financially challenging if non-privately funded respite care is not available. There has been an increasing recognition of the value...