On 16 March 2022, the President of the Larissa Alzheimer’s association (EENAL), Eleni Nifli gave an interview on the municipal radio of Larissa highlighting the important work of family caregivers, the impact this can have on them, and highlighting their needs, in order to try to mobilise the Ministry of Health for their support. Moreover, she encouraged caregivers to take care of themselves. Afterwards, caregivers were welcomed into the offices of the EENAL for a festive, honorary event that was organised under the banner: “I Care for the Caregiver”. Participants were informed, by healthcare professionals, about their rights. They also heard advice about improving their quality of life, managing stress and adopting humour in communicating with the person they are caring for or supporting. A discussion with the caregivers followed, which was accompanied by refreshments given out by EENAL volunteers. The caregivers highlighted some of the problems caused by COVID-19, such as gaps in medical coverage, isolation etc., and requested from the President that a guest house be put in place to provide temporary accommodation for people with dementia, allowing carer burden to be somewhat alleviated. Then, they thanked the President, the members of the Board of Directors, the Scientific Officer and the volunteers for their selfless and continuous support. The event closed with traditional music and a musical kinetic exercise accompanied by the melody, “The Kites” by Mikis Theodorakis.
