My father is suffering from Alzheimer's, and we are in dire need of help. He has had it for four years but it has progressed rapidly, and it is only my mother and me taking care of him. He is very disoriented and wanders around the house, so he can't be left alone.
Money is tight and it has been really hard.
Debra Leavitt, Cliffside Park A. Caring for an Alzheimer's patient is emotionally, physically, and financially demanding. I know you are feeling overwhelmed now, but you are not alone. There is a wide range of resources available to which you and your mom must connect. It won't be easy, but once you're wired into the network, the quality of all your lives will be significantly enhanced. They can provide you with referrals to community and government programs, including faith-based groups, that can help with such services as day care, respite care, transportation, and housekeeping services.