Episode Summary:   In this episode of Dementia Caregiver’s Corner, Donna, daughter of dementia activist Agnes Houston, shares her experience supporting her mother through early-onset Alzheimer’s. She reflects on the early signs, challenges, and the emotional journey of caregiving, offering insights into maintaining family bonds and navigating gaps in support systems.   3 Key Points:   Recognizing early signs matters: Identifying behavioral changes early can lead to timely diagnosis and better planning for care.   Caregiving shapes relationships: Dementia care can both challenge and strengthen family bonds when approached with compassion and communication.   Support systems are crucial: Families often face gaps in formal support, making community, healthcare, and social support vital.   3 Takeaways for Listeners:   Observe and document early behavioral changes to help with timely dementia diagnosis.   Maintaining patience, empathy, and communication strengthens caregiver-patient relationships.   Seek support from family, community, and professionals to prevent caregiver burnout and improve the quality of care.   This episode provides insight, practical advice, and hope for families, caregivers, and anyone navigating dementia care.   #dementiacare, #Alzheimerscare, #early-onsetdementia, #caregiverssupport #caregivertips, #BPSD, #familycaregiving #SensoryImpairment   If you found this episode helpful, please leave a review and share it with someone who might benefit. Your support helps raise awareness about dementia and improves support for caregivers worldwide.