This picture embodies what it looks like to care for a person with dementia. Dementia takes a person's mind. After years, they cannot remember who their dearest loved ones even are. As a caregiver works with a dementia patient things only become more difficult. Not only are they many times taking care of their medical needs but then the person they are caring for begins to forget their name. A dementia patient becomes fearful and sometimes violent due to the extreme confusion. The caregiver must also make sure the patient does not get lost or hurt themselves. It is a 24/7 commitment. My heart goes out to these caregivers and most of the time they just need your support, your prayers, and many times just a break if you are able to help them.
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