Justine’s (18) father has young-onset dementia: ‘I like caring for him, I find it difficult when I’m not with him’

Justine van den Berg, now 18, has been caring for her father since he was diagnosed with Lewy body dementia when she was 13. She explains that while the physical tasks of caregiving are manageable, the emotional burden and constant worry for his well-being are the most difficult challenges.



