According to research, an estimated 6.2 million people, age 65 and over (11.3%) are living with Alzheimer’s or Dementia in 2021. This number is expected to double by the year 2050. In America, Alzheimer’s and dementia deaths have increased 16% during the COVID-19 pandemic. Between 2000 and 2019, deaths from heart disease have decreased 7.3% while deaths from Alzheimer’s have increased 145%. Alzheimers Association
Synchronous Health Specialist, Brian Gregory, LMFT, notes “It can be incredibly difficult when someone you love has Alzheimer’s or dementia and they can’t remember who you are. Embrace the times when they do remember you, and whenever they don’t, I encourage participants with family or friends in this scenario to remember who YOU are and that it’s important for you to still see and support them.”
Alzheimer’s not only effects those who are diagnosed with the disease, but it also takes a very significant toll on caregivers. Caregivers are twice as likely to experience substantial emotional, financial and physical difficulties when compared with caregivers for those with other conditions. Over 83% of support provided to older adults in America comes from family members, friends or unpaid caregivers and nearly half of the support is for someone living with Alzheimer’s or dementia.
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