November Proclaimed National Family Caregiver Month in Cumberland

The Cumberland Mayor and City Council has proclaimed November as National Family Caregiver Month. In a proclamation it was noted that the role of a caregiver includes emotional, medical, and personal care, life management activities, and may act as the loved one’s advocate.  Mayor Ray Morriss said about 24% of residents in the state perform some role as a family caregiver…

“Maryland has over 1.15 million individuals who serve as unpaid caregivers who are offering their care, devotion, and valuable time.  258,000 individuals living in Maryland provide care for loved ones with Alzheimer’s Disease or Dementia.”