Australian caregivers of family members with dementia

This study of Australian caregivers revealed that sufferers of dementia were men and women who were cared for mainly by their spouses. A small group of caregivers had little or no personal physical and emotional support from others. Changes in health status related to the caregiving role was reported by 83% of the caregivers. There is a clear need to provide physical and emotional support for caregivers generally and for those with little or no support in particular.