Developing dementia and Alzheimer's? Contact a hotline in Uruguay for support
Gradually losing your edge and having to adapt to your new reality could make you feel a range of different emotions. However, many people out there are going through the same thing. You can find free support in Uruguay from 2 hotlines if you’re struggling with:
Forgetfulness of simple things, like a shopping list, more than usual
Not caring about what others feel
You become paranoid and feel like everyone is working against you
Finding yourself repeating questions when you are asked something so that you can focus better
Sudden changes in mood, agitation
Having trouble making simple calculations
Confusion about place, like getting confused about where you are at the moment
Feeling anxious and fearful for no obvious reason
Dementia and Alzheimer’s could leave you confused and scared. You might have many questions about what your future might look like. This is perfectly understandable. The symptoms you have been experiencing seem to be changing your life and yourself.
You might feel the need to maintain your self-sufficiency as long as possible. Reaching out to volunteers from a helpline that supports with dementia and Alzheimer’s can help you cope with the diagnosis in a healthy and productive way.