Thanks for the Caregivers in this World, Especially During Thanksgiving Weekend

A big thank you to Alzheimer's caregivers as we acknowledge their service for someone with the disease, particularly as a loved one. We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving.

Some Caregiver Tips to Ease Things Up a Bit

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A person with dementia may be at risk in certain areas of the home or outdoors. There are simple things you can do to modify the living spaces to make it safer for the person with Alzheimer’s. Here are some tips from Alz.com:

• Installed fire extinguishers and smoke detectors. 
• Lock hazardous areas or cabinets with dangerous chemicals using child-proof locks and doorknob covers.
• Limit access to places with sharp knives, tools or hot appliances.
• Minimize clutter and limit access to stairs. 
• Enroll the person with dementia in a 24-hour nationwide emergency response service.

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Tips for Caregivers that Maybe Showing Signs of Burnout

First the sign of burnout as per an article by x

• Excessive stress and tension
• Debilitating depression
• Persistent anxiety, anger, or guilt
• Extreme irritability or anger with the dementia patient
• Decreased overall life satisfaction
• Relationship conflicts and social isolation
• WLower immunity and greater need for healthcare services
• Excessive use of medications, drugs, or alcohol

For More Caregiver Tips Please Click/Tap on These Links 
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- https://www.alz.org/greatermissouri/in_my_community_15169.asp
- https://www.helpguide.org/articles/alzheimers-dementia-aging/tips-for-alzheimers-caregivers.htm
- https://www.alz.org/documents_custom/middle-stage-caregiver-tips.pdf
- https://www.alz.org/documents_custom/early-stage-caregiver-tips.pdf
- https://www.alz.org/documents_custom/late-stage-caregiver-tips.pdf