Navigating Tough Choices After Mom's Dementia Diagnosis

A reader seeks advice from Carolyn Hax on managing the care of a mother with dementia, who lives 600 miles away and requires 24-hour care. The reader is overwhelmed by the responsibility, as their sibling is uninvolved and other family members are unsupportive. Carolyn suggests consulting a social worker specializing in elder care for strategies and considering moving the mother to a care facility, despite her resistance. She also recommends resources like the Alzheimer's Association and caregiver support groups for additional help and respite options.