The reader expressed a difficult situation: they have some serious concerns that her mother-in-law may be developing dementia, but feel lost themselves about how to broach the subject sensitively. It hurts, but there are plenty of ways you can support your mother-in-law without making her feel she’s losing control over her life. Many people equate a diagnosis of dementia with losing control over their life, but this isn’t necessarily the case. Alzheimer’s Society has a fantastic website and its dedicated dementia advisers can help you deal with the journey ahead – please give them a call. Call the Dementia Support Line on 0333 150 3456.