For individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease, finding appropriate care can sometimes be a challenge. For many individuals, the best solution for these situations is to hire a professional caregiver. Fortunately for families and loved ones of those with Alzheimer’s disease, there are many agencies that help pair those with Alzheimer’s with the right person to assist with their everyday activities. However, many families are lost when it comes to finding and hiring the right adult caregiver. These individuals play an important role in the lives of Alzheimer’s patients and, without their dedicated companionship, the lives of those living with dementia would be far less fulfilled. With this in mind, it is important to be aware of all of the aspects of hiring and working with an adult caregiver for any loved one with Alzheimer’s disease.

The Prevalence of Adult Caregivers

Common caregiver duties include taking care of shopping, meal preparation, transportation and personal care. While many have been grateful for the benefits offered by these adult caregivers, what is most important to many is the relationships that develop between the patients and their caregivers. According to a study done by the Pew Research Center in 2012, approximately 36 percent of individuals in the United States are serving as adult caregivers of other adults. Approximately four in 10 adult Americans are taking care of a loved one with a serious health issue, such as Alzheimer’s.

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