Caregiver Stress Check

Do you regularly . . .
1.Feel like you have to do it all yourself, and that you should be doing more
Yes No

2.Withdraw from family, friends and activities that you used to enjoy
Yes No

3.Worry that the person you care for is safe
Yes No

4.Feel anxious about money and healthcare decisions
Yes No

5.Deny the impact of the disease and its effects on your family
Yes No

6.Feel grief or sadness that your relationship with the person isn't what it used to be
Yes No

7.Get frustrated and angry when the person with dementia continually repeats things and doesn't seem to listen
Yes No

8.Have health problems that are taking a toll on you mentally and physically
Yes No


To get help with resouces and tips regarding your answers go to:

http://www.alz.org/stresscheck/