Hi. I'm a family member of a carer. My uncle is the carer of my aunt who has stage 6/7 dementia. He cares for her 24/7 but we noticed that his own health is declining. We understand that he still wants her close and care for her but we also want him to think a bit more about himself. We would like to help him make the house a safer place so he doesn't have to worry as much of her wondering off or trying to get out of a window when he needs to do something on his own like cooking or even taking a shower. Any suggestions?
Hi Ellen, welcome to the forum. First step should be a Needs Assessment from Social Services, and a Carers Assessment for him. They can then explain what services are available in their area. Are they in touch with the CPN (Community Psychiatric Nurse)?
Make sure they are also claiming exemption from Council Tax due to "severe mental impairment" which can be backdated to the date of diagnosis! No means test involved, easy to claim from the LA concerned.