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This week, Rayna Neises, your host, talks with Carlos Olivas III. Carlos lived in Southern California where he was working a great job in live events doing production and design while raising his daughter. Life took a turn five years ago when he made the decision to move back to his childhood home to care for his father. As a result of his experience, he has developed a passion for research and educating himself about the Alzheimer’s experience. Carlos shares the following insights with everyone from his perspective as a primary caregiver:
- The experience requires you to change and to look inward to adjust your ego, your attitude, and to become a better person.
- The lifestyle change required is difficult because being able to go where you want and do what you want is no longer under your control.
- Embracing change allows you to better approach the caregiving experience.
- The research and education required to help your loved one allows you the opportunity to prepare for your future after your season of caring.
- You are never too old to change!
- Alzheimer’s is much more than just forgetting things.
- Participating in/being a member of several caregiver support groups can be invaluable as you surround yourself with different types of people who are going through the same thing.
- Breathing exercises/techniques can be beneficial in helping with self-control and relieving stress.
