A regular routine will be easier for both of you. Be sure to build in time for yourself to take a break. In addition, seek help. Besides working with your health care providers, you will need to create a network of care arrangements to meet both the needs of the impaired person and your own needs. Family members and friends can help, or you might want to consider hiring help occasionally.
T alk with others in similar situations.
Finally, remember that talking with others in similar situations can be extremely helpful. Other people may have suggestions, based on your own experiences, for coping with the problems you face. Also, sharing experiences with others should help you keep in mind that such problems do not result from the patients' willful refusal to cooperate. The problems are part of the disease itself and of the caregiving role. Y ou may want to join a support group.