I cared for Dad for 12 years.
Dame Arlene Phillips’s father was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at a time when little was known about the disease and families were left to cope alone, with few resources My childhood memories are of my dad, Abraham, who was a barber, being very strict. On Sunday mornings we’d go on walks in the countryside. We’d go to some beautiful place and then my brother, sister and I always had to walk with our shoulders back and stride out.
This can lead to loss of: Self-esteem and confidence Social roles and relationships The ability to carry out hobbies Everyday life skills However, the person will still keep some of their abilities. They will still feel an emotional connection to people and their environment, even later on in the condition. Dementia will affect a person’s day-to-day life.
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