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Taking the stress out of caring

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or another type of dementia can be a very positive and rewarding experience, but it can also leave you feeling stressed and isolated. 

 

In this section of the website you will learn how the stressful aspects of caring can be minimised  and the positive experiences maximised by looking after your social and emotional needs and by managing how you respond to challenging behaviours.

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Caring for carers

Caring for someone with dementia can be a rewarding experience. However, it can also be stressful and lead to social isolation. As a carer, it's vitally important to look after yourself and to...

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Managing challenging behaviours

Changing how you respond to some of the more challenging aspects of caring can really help to ease tensions that can arise during dementia caregiving. Focusing on what you can change, rather than...

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