Reflective questions

48. Carers’ issues and carer support

Consider all that a person gives up to be the main carer for a person with dementia. What are the benefits for a person with dementia in being cared for by a loved one? Do you feel it is right that a large part of one person’s well-being is put to one side for the sake of another’s? What could you do within your role to support and empower a carer so that their own quality of life remains good?