Try to involve your children in your care. But do not give them too much responsibility or let it take up too much of their time. Encourage them to continue with their normal lives. You may want to stay in work, at least for a while. This may be your usual job, or you may think about switching to other work.
Help is available for people having problems with their job due to illness or disability.
Financial assistance is sometimes available for employers to meet any increased costs involved in supporting someone in their job. The Disability Employment Adviser at your local Job Centre can give you information and advice about the Employment Service's Supported Employment Programme. If you think you have been unfairly treated seek advice from your Trade Union, Local Advice Centre or the Disability Rights Commission. As your dementia progresses you will probably have to leave your usual job. Before you leave work seek advice on your pension entitlements from your employer or pension company seek advice on your entitlement to social security benefits.