In the early stages of the disease, the help needed may consist of little reminders of people's names or recent events, some hints about finding lost or misplaced objects, and support for daily tasks like paying bills or doing routine chores.
Common questions relate to medicines for memory, mood, and behavior.
Later, the caregiver may have ques tions about what support services are available in the community, such as adult day services or support groups to help with the stress of caring for a person with AD on a daily basis. Caregivers also face complex medical, legal, and financial issues when caring for a person with cognitive decline. One of the most important things to know is that you are not alone. Eisai Inc. and Pfizer Inc, in collaboration with the Alzheimer's Association and The National Council on the Aging, sponsor a support program called TriAD . TriAD provides help to all three.