AI Image
3 Things I Learned About Caring for My Mother With Alzheimer's
Business Insider • • health
Key Points:
- Karen Finocchio shares her experience caring for her mother, Louise, who lived with Alzheimer's disease for 20 years before passing away in 2015.
- Louise showed early symptoms at age 54, but diagnosis took about two years; early diagnosis provided some control and treatment options.
- The family learned to better understand and manage Alzheimer's symptoms over time, including handling agitation and behavioral changes with guidance from medical professionals.
- Participation in clinical trials and innovative treatments, such as ECT under Dr. Brent Forester, helped improve Louise's quality of life and extended meaningful time with her family.
- Karen now advocates for Alzheimer's awareness and support for caregivers, drawing on her personal journey to educate others and honor her mother’s legacy.
