Caregiver Burnout

Amy House, C.D.P. guides care partners in understanding how dementia affects the brain. This podcast has recorded questions from listeners.  Each episode, Amy unpacks their questions and helps you learn to “think dementia.” This leads to better quality of life, improved relationships and empowered care partners.  Be part of a connected community by learning from each other’s questions. 

To record a question for the podcast go to www.think-dementia.com 

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 In this episode Amy discusses some of the signs and symptoms of caregiver burnout, offers resources and ideas on how to take care of yourself so you can be the best for the person you are supporting.

www.alz.org  Alzheimer’s Association Crisis Line 800.272.3900.  

www.notredamehealthcare.org 

www.teepasnow.com 

To find a support group in person or virtual: www.alz.org/help-support/community/support-groups 

Amy House is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Licensed Assisted Living Director and PAC Trainer who is recognized in the Twin Cities as a leader in dementia care and education. Amy's personal support, public speaking and professional training has touched the lives of thousands of people living with dementia over the past 10 years. Amy is also a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association and the Executive Director of Reflections (dementia care) for SilverCrest Properties. 

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