June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month. As we pay tribute to our loved ones impacted by cognitive issues, At Home Senior Care advocates that we should also be thinking of the family caregivers caring for these loved ones.

If you hold this role, arming yourself with quality information can help you better understand its management. Here are answers from the Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation to three common caregiver questions.

Visit a local library or bookstore to find books about Alzheimer's disease and about coping as a caregiver.
Join a support group for caregivers or participate in Internet support networks.
Get involved with local organizations that serve the Alzheimer's community in your areas.
Ask your doctor to recommend and help locate services appropriate to your loved one's needs.

Programs that educate families as a group about psychological issues faced when a loved one has Alzheimer's.
Programs that combine extensive individual and group counseling, along with participation in support groups
Home-based training programs that teach caregivers how to manage behavioral problems in people with Alzheimer's.

Put your health first. By taking care of yourself, you will better care for a loved one.
Be mindful of your physical, psychological, and spiritual requirements.
Learn how to manage stress and find ways to relieve the tremendous burden of constant care for a loved one.
Do not become isolated; enlist support from other caregivers, a caregiver support group, family, or friends.