The Ask a Caregiver column features tips from experienced caregivers with lived experiences caring for those with dementia and memory loss. Roger Steinbach is a former caregiver and current volunteer at the Smith Alzheimer’s Center’s community outreach programs . If you would like to submit a question, email
care@siumed.edu. Q: I’ve been taking care of my spouse for a while, but I’m starting to burn out. How do I do this by myself? ROGER: Rhonda and I were married almost 45 years. We did everything together, had the same interests and were always together. It was very difficult for me to