Seven Facts You Should Know About Alzheimer's Disease
By SSuchy

Impact on Caregivers

Impact on Caregivers

Alzheimer's has a major impact on those who help care for an affected patient.  More than 70 percent of people with Alzheimer's live at home where the primary caregivers are family and friends.  As the disease progresses, the patient will require more attention, and the physical, emotional and financial stress on the caregiver will grow. 

By SSuchy— Last Modified: 09/27/2012, First Published: 11/16/2011