Beth’s Story

Once I stepped out of denial and accepted my mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis. I realized I knew nothing about the disease except that it meant she was losing her memory.

I didn’t know what questions to ask to help both myself, my family, and my mother. Worse, I had a full-time job, and my time was squeezed.

So, I did what most caregivers do.

• I tried to just deal with things as they came up.

• I tried reading books and articles and googling for direction.

• I mapped out one option for care.

I was tired. I was discouraged, and I felt unprepared.

In time, I got honest with myself and realized we were all dealing with a situation that was beyond our scope to handle, and that was okay.

Just that acknowledgement of a very difficult situation allowed me to ask for help.

I found a support team who listened to me and resources to help me understand the various caregiving options available.

I was able to have difficult conversations and make decisions easier with less guilt, resentment, and fear. It took some time, but I finally learned how to navigate the caregiving journey.

When my mother passed away, I grieved for her, but it wasn’t laden with bitterness, and I didn’t regret the decisions we made along the way.

If you have a loved one with dementia, know that I understand what you’re going through.

It’s why I became a life coach specializing in dementia caregiving. Now I help others find their way forward after a loved one is diagnosed with this horrible disease.

I developed a program that helps dementia caregivers forge a new path making this difficult transition easier for you, your loved one, and your family.

If you’re nodding your head because you can relate to my experience, please schedule a free call with me. You’re not alone! There is an effective way to handle this tough time in your life. I’m here to help.

In the meantime, watch this video to learn more about how to manage this difficult illness.