In Prescott and across Yavapai County, more families than ever are facing Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Across Arizona, about 151,500 adults aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and that number is projected to rise sharply in the…
Supporting Caregivers in Prescott: Why Local Help Matters
When a loved one receives an Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis, it affects everyone in the household — but the burden often falls on one or two family caregivers. Across Arizona, about 1 in 5 caregivers is caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another…
Everyday Steps Caregivers Can Take to Relieve Stress and Care for Themselves
Caregiving is an act of love, but it is also demanding work. In the United States, 63 million Americans are family caregivers, and about 1 in 4 adults is caring for a loved one with a chronic condition, disability, or serious health need. AARP Caregiving…
When Caring Becomes Heavy: The Importance of Training and Rest
Caregiving is an act of love, but it is also demanding work. In the United States, 63 million Americans are family caregivers, and about 1 in 4 adults is caring for a loved one with a chronic condition, disability, or serious health need. In…
