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If Im in nursing school, is it to much to live with a woman with alzheimers?


and care for her? but it's free rent. Or move in with a man I dont know and pay low rent and have I can babysit 2x a month for his daughter.

Mid to late stage Alzheimer's patients are too much work--they are emotionally draining, physically exhausting, and require more watching than a 2-year-old. They tend to have massive mood swings and can be dangerous--leaving the gas on, going for a walk in the middle of the night leaving the front door wide open, attempting to drive, etc. It's the most exhausting work in the world and has dangers for the patient, you, and anyone around if the patient is not correctly supervised. Plus you'll find that when you do that "in home care" you'll get stuck with EXTRA hours with little or no notice. Can't be done.

Caring for someone with Alzheimer's can be hard at times..They require constant care...It's like babysitting..They can get outside without you knowing...Keep in mind you have to study and care for this lady.....Moving in with someone (especially a man) you don't know can be dangerous...I'd look into other options.

Yes, too much for you and too risky for her -- she needs 24 hour supervision as the disease progresses. Are you able to get up in the night if she wanders? Who will look after her when you are in school? do yourself a favour, and this lady, by helping to find qualified help -- the Alzheimer Society nearest you may be able to help. (I used to work for the Alz Society so I do know what I'm talking about!)

my aunt has it.......................never stops.....................

yes

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