Grief is an inevitable part of the caregiver journey, especially in dementia caregiving. Grief may not be acknowledged as people living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia are still present, even as caregivers watch with despair as they slip away, often over the course of many years.
Caregivers also grieve the changes to their own lives, as dementia caregiving can quickly become all-consuming, and exact a heavy financial toll, significantly altering the way caregivers expected to live their lives.
Deb Hallisey, certified dementia practitioner and caregiver advocate, explains several experiences of grief that may be a part of the caregiving journey: ambiguous loss, anticipatory grief, and grief relief. She also outlines strategies caregivers can use to help alleviate sadness, including accurately naming feelings, seeking support—online or in-person—therapy, journaling, and more.
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