Honoring Caregivers During National Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month

June marks National Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the millions of individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia.

As a caregiver, you walk a path that often feels unseen. You carry the emotional weight of watching a loved one's memories fade, all while balancing medical appointments, daily tasks, and profound personal shifts.

If you're navigating this journey, I want you to know: you are not alone.

The Changing Role of the Caregiver

One of the most profound truths about caregiving is that it changes you.You may find yourself asking:

• "Who am I if my loved one no longer remembers me?"

• "Am I still a daughter, son, partner, or friend — or have I become something else?"

• "How do I honor their needs while still taking care of my own well-being?"

These questions, and many others, led me to write my book,Who Am I Now? The Ever-changing Role of the Caregiver.

In it, I explore how caregiving evolves over time — from diagnosis through grief — and how your identity shifts with each stage.It’s filled with encouragement, tools, and reflection prompts designed to support you through each chapter of caregiving life.

Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others

It’s easy to lose yourself in the responsibilities and emotions that come with caring for someone living with Alzheimer's or dementia.

But I want to remind you:

✨ Your emotions matter.

✨ Your personal growth matters.

✨ Your identity matters.

Taking time to care for your own mental, emotional, and physical health isn’t selfish — it’s essential.

Who Am I Now? offers gentle guidance for navigating caregiver stress, redefining your role with compassion, and rediscovering your sense of self, even through seasons of grief or transition.

You deserve support just as much as your loved one deserves care.

If you or someone you know could use encouragement this month,

📖 Click here to learn more about Who Am I Now? The Ever-changing Role of the Caregiver.

Together, let's honor the caregivers — the unseen heroes — who show up with love, resilience, and heart every single day. 💜