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Looking after someone with dementia is a full time job which is very emotionally draining and people can live many years with dementia. A lot of people could not afford to look after their loved ones, economically or mentally.

I imagine you'll quit your job when the time comes to look after your parents?

If I ever get dementia I'd like to be euthanasied, rather than have my children suffer through it.



> I imagine you'll quit your job when the time comes to look after your parents?

One of my dad's coworkers did exactly that. He gave up his high paying six-figure job to go back to India to take care of his dad.


I know that some people can do this and good on them for doing it, but not everyone will be in the position to do it.




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