One in nine Americans aged 65 and older has Alzheimer's dementia, resulting in the increased demand of family caregivers to step into a role they are not financially or mentally prepared for. Now more than ever, it is time to improve the future for all caregivers, through advocating with our government officials to ensure they are protected and supported, to build awareness of the gaps in support, and to recognize that each caregiver is a human navigating their own trials and tribulations of life. It's time to do this together. At Otsuka, we are endlessly committed to caregivers, through advocating for more visibility and support, through providing tangible tools to make a meaningful impact and address the daily needs, and through recognizing the caregivers amongst our employees and providing caregiver specific benefits to those who need them. The untold cost of caregiving is one that must be talked about. Read more with Otsuka Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer John Kraus feature in Medical Economics:
John Mastrocola
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We all need to do more to understand Alzheimer’s and find ways to mitigate it’s harmful effects on its patients and their families. More and more of us are affected by this terrible disease.
Chief Executive Officer at USA and International Research Inc.
1moAdvocating for caregivers is crucial for our communities' well-being. Thank you, Otsuka, for your commitment to supporting caregivers and addressing their needs through advocacy and tangible support tools.