A place on the tree
Worrying about memory loss and future dependence
Forgetting words and events can make someone fear that their memory is worsening and that they may eventually need others to manage daily life. The uncertainty can extend to wondering who will support them and the people who depend on them.
2 people have stood here
Does this feel close to something you’ve lived? Tell your own part. What you tell becomes your Ember, and it stays yours.
Nearby on the tree
- Fearing the loss of a loved one to serious illness1
- Struggling to care for a parent with dementia at home2
- Feeling unheard when someone forgets what you told them2
- Feeling uncertain about career prospects in a changing job market2
- Having few memories from early childhood1
- Grieving the loss of someone close3
Only the place shows here. What people told stays theirs.