Getting the Help You Need

Finding good supportive care is an important part of the caregiving equation. It can help you create time for yourself and avoid feeling caregiver burnout.

Below are types of care that may be appropriate for your situation.

• Family and friends can be a great source of help. If it's difficult for you to ask, try starting with small things like asking a sibling or even a neighbor to stay with your loved one while you run errands.
• Adult day care provides a structured environment for elderly people who require supervision. It allows you to take the day off, knowing that the person you are caring for is in a safe place. For more information about adult day care, enroll in the Combination Care for Alzheimer's Program.
• In-home assistance offers varying levels of care. Aides can act as companions for your loved one or assist with bathing and grooming. Skilled nursing support is also available. For more information, enroll in the Combination Care for Alzheimer's Program.

If you feel your loved one requires more care, talk to your doctor about full-time care options. You might also want to talk to your doctor about combining certain Alzheimer's medications, like Namenda (memantine HCl)^* + Aricept^® (donepezil)^**, to help slow the progression of your loved one's Alzheimer's symptoms.¹

For a personalized Doctor Discussion Guide, sign up for the Combination Care for Alzheimer's Program.