My husband has alzheimer's and has had for 6 years. He is alert to what is happening but needs total care. He can feed himself but the food is prepared for him. I promised myself that I would care for him at home as long as he can walk and stand...prefers to stay in his wheelchair most of the day. I have physical therapy for him once a week...but it is hard to do this daily....it is overwhelming to be a caregiver and all that is involved in running a home.
The cost of nursing homes are above our ability...and there is none that would give him the care that I do. I pay a home health aid to shower him once a week.
Many friends and neighbors offer help...but it is difficult for me to ask for what I really need is daily care for him. My Faith is strong...God put me on this journey.