Support for Family Caregivers of Alzheimer’s Disease Patients

I vividly recall the day we received my mother’s official diagnosis. After visiting various doctors’ offices, the day had finally arrived. The official diagnosis: Alzheimer’s Disease. We were silently heartbroken. I had suspected it for several months but was hoping against hope that I was wrong. Hearing those heavy words in the air was overwhelming. It really took my breath away momentarily. On the other hand, my mother was in complete denial on the outside. However, I believe in her heart she knew something was wrong. I felt overwhelmed, confused, stunned, and truly did not want to believe that it was true.

I did my best to comfort my mother and assure her from the beginning that we would always be together fighting this disease. I didn’t want to make her feel any sadder by the reality of what we heard. Yet, I didn’t want to ignore it, pretending it never happened. That day marked the beginning of me walking the tightrope of reality and compassion due to Alzheimer’s Disease. Those emotions and many more covered a significant part of our journey. Feelings of sadness, uncertainty about what to do next, overwhelming insecurities, and ongoing questions and concerns were always present at some point or another. Do you feel like that? Does this sound familiar?

Who do you turn to? Who can answer your questions? Who can really understand and empathize with what you’re going through? Where do you go for help? All of these questions are a real part of being a family caregiver. It’s because of my experiences that I have a very sensitive heart for family caregivers of loved ones diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease or another related dementia. My heartfelt desire is to connect with you and partner with you on your caregiving journey. No, friend, you are not alone. I know firsthand what it’s like to walk that road. No caregiver should ever feel that they have to do it alone, without support, encouragement, and someone who really “gets it”. I’m here for you.

I look forward to partnering with you and hopefully making your journey easier. Please connect with me on social media via my Facebook Page and Instagram, “A Better Way of Living.” There, I will do my best to provide you with the help, support, and encouragement that you may need. Additionally, my book about some of my caregiving journey, “I Can’t Believe This Is Happening To Me!” can be purchased in paperback or e-book format on Amazon. I look forward to connecting with you, soon.

Love and blessings to you.

Phyllis Wyrick