Parents with dementia

Having parents with dementia—parents who sometimes no longer recognize you—creates a deep and complex kind of sorrow. A parent who is still physically present but mentally drifting further and further away brings a form of living grief that touches you every day.

As a child, you try to take on a great sense of responsibility, wanting to be there for your parents just as they were always there for you. In doing so, you can easily lose yourself, overwhelmed by the many responsibilities and emotions you’re trying to juggle. You are managing your own life while also carrying the emotional weight of caring for a parent with dementia.

You can only truly support your parent when you find some inner balance for yourself. And remember: you are not alone. Many people with a parent suffering from dementia go through this same painful and confusing period. Speaking about it, expressing your feelings, and sharing your story can open the door to recognition, relief, and support.

My mother is living in a care facility and has lost all sense of time. She remains very positive, but I’m no longer sure whether she still recognizes me. I’ve had to say goodbye to the mother I once knew. The guide I received after sharing my story spoke volumes and offered clear, compassionate support. It has helped me move forward in ways I truly needed. Thank you.

When You Have Parents With Dementia

Sharing your story about what you are experiencing with your parents living with dementia is a courageous first step. It opens the door to new insights and a deeper understanding of yourself. You may feel responsible for everything, while at the same time carrying the grief and the ongoing sense of saying goodbye that comes with having parents with dementia.

Imagine how liberating it can feel to finally put into words something that lies so close to your heart. To discover that you are not alone in what you’re going through. Sharing your experience can help you move toward a new phase of growth—one filled with positive change, emotional clarity, and greater kindness toward yourself.

Let Your Heart Speak

Everything you share here about your experience with a parent or parents living with dementia stays between us. Your story and questions are safe, and we treat it with the utmost care and respect. See this form as a gentle offering—an invitation to connect with the knowledge and compassion of professionals experienced in dementia support. It’s not a test, not an obligation, just a chance to build a bridge toward understanding and personal guidance. Give yourself this space on the road to healing, and let your heart speak.

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