Abstract
The study explored the experiences of family caregivers having a family member with Alzheimer’s disease. Specifically, it explored their roles and responses, challenges encountered, and their coping strategies. Through a qualitative case study design, 3 family caregiver participants meeting the inclusion criteria were interviewed using a researchers-made interview guide. Thematic analysis was employed to identify themes. The results showed that family caregivers experienced adjustment in family roles, change in responsibility, natural assumption of role, natural adaptation of roles, shared responsibilities, feeling a sense of gratitude, acceptance after denial, acceptance of caregiver role, love, and caregiving. Challenges included impact on daily life, challenges in family coordination, emotional struggles, financial strain, limited family support, and expectations, adjustments in daily routines and responsibilities, and family conflicts and emotional stress. Coping strategies involved family support, family teamwork with open communication, communication with other family members, financial management, acceptance of responsibility, sharing duties, and learning new skills.
