Memory Care Doesn't Make Dementia Caregiving Easier

You made the hardest decision of your life and moved your loved one with dementia into memory care. Then you waited for the relief you were promised. It never fully came. You still feel completely wiped out after visits, even good ones, and no one has explained why. Placement changes the physical work of caregiving, but it does not turn off your nervous system, your grief, or the recovery your body still needs.

In this episode I break down the three real reasons your exhaustion continues after a memory care placement, and what to actually do about it.

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⏱ CHAPTERS

0:00 - Why the exhaustion hits even after a good visit

1:32 - The misconception that memory care makes things easier

2:34 - Why your nervous system stays on high alert

5:05 - The grief of losing someone who is still alive

8:59 - Three ways to support your own recovery

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Hi, I'm Dr. Natali Edmonds, a board-certified geropsychologist specializing in dementia care. Whether your loved one has Alzheimer's, frontotemporal, Lewy body, vascular, or mixed dementia, we believe that to create a dementia-friendly world, we must first create a caregiver-friendly world.

This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare provider for medical guidance.