166 | "Am I a Bad Person if I Put My Partner with Dementia in a Nursing Home?" episode artwork

EPISODE · Jul 23, 2025 · 12 MIN

166 | "Am I a Bad Person if I Put My Partner with Dementia in a Nursing Home?"

from What The Dementia · host Breanna Wilson

In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the often difficult and emotional decision of placing a partner with dementia in a care facility. We’ll explore why choosing a care facility doesn’t make you a bad person, how to recognize when it might be time, and what key questions to ask yourself to make an informed, compassionate decision.This episode will cover:— Why placing your partner in a care facility doesn’t make you a bad person— Common reasons caregivers consider facility care— Three key questions to help guide your decision— Situations where placing someone may not come from a place of care— Accessing the Is It Time for a Care Facility? Checklist inside the TreehouseCONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/b/linktreeMUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

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