When Alzheimer's disease or dementia is diagnosed.......

Do you know you are my Mama?

When a family member is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or a form of dementia, remember that losses have already begun some time ago. Often more aggressive than the family or the individual realizes. Family members face an uncertain future surrounded by moments of loss, anger, guilt and grief.  Any of these can and will come and go; until loss comes but does not go. 

Family members and the individual will face many of the realities of loss and grief . Their needs will be different.  While it is difficult, caregivers are encouraged to seek help in grieving as they acknowledge and face the challenges of both loss and life. 

Bill Robson C.A.E., ATM gained his experience in grief as a

• Grief Counselor
• Distress Telephone Centre Trainer  
• Hospice Volunteer
• Group Facilitator, Bereavement
• Youth & Family Counseling

There are resources in most communities, send a quick note to myself and I will do some homework, sending you the information. You can also seek out your local volunteer bureau for a list of organizations.

The hardest step in regaining the sense of control is to ask for assistance. 

This is not a weakness, it is a strength.