Unexpected Connections
Insights from caring for an Alzheimer’s patient
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Reflecting on the past two days, I’ve been humbled by the profound experience of caring for an elderly lady with Alzheimer’s. Stepping into this role was both daunting and eye-opening for me, as I navigated the unfamiliar terrain with compassion, empathy and a warm cup of tea. Despite my uncertainties, Mrs W’s serene presence whilst she sat looking through the window over her enchanting garden, taught me invaluable lessons in simply being human.
It was a last minute cry for help from a dear friend of mine, asking if I could sit with her mother-in-law, as her carer had an urgent call and Mrs W had wandered off out the house. I didn’t hesitate, and made myself available instantly. It could have been my granny, and I’d ho…