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There has been a significant decline in mental and physical health for family carers during the pandemic, according to new research.
The report from The Alzheimer Society of Ireland shows there has also been a significant irreversible deterioration in the condition of people with dementia.
81% of family carers are concerned about a decline in the person with the condition.
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The Caring and Coping with Dementia during COVID-19 report also found that 54% of family carers reported a decline in their mental health, and 40% a decline in their physical health.
54% of family carers were worried about how they will continue to cope, with 44% feeling less able to cope.
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