I am currently looking after my father-in-law, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. For families of dementia patients to receive government support for medical expenses, one family member must be certified as a care worker. So, I recently received certification.
A care worker is affiliated with a long-term care institution. They must undergo training for a certain amount of time and pass government exam. They are highly skilled workers, certified as experts by the government.
It's not easy lookling after my father-in-law, as he is afflicted with Alzheimer's. But by studying to be certified as a care worker, I have come to learn more about his symptoms and current state.
affiliated - closely associated with another typically in a dependent or subordinate position
afflicted - cause pain or suffering to
come down with sth - to catch or show signs of an illness
나는 현재 치매진단을 받은 시아버지를 간병하고 있다. 치매환자의 가족이 국가로부터 요양비 지원을 받으려면, 가족 중 한 사람이 요양 보호사 자격증을 취득해야 한다. 그래서 나는 최근에 요양보호사 자격증을 취득했다.
요양보호사란 장가 요양 기관에 소속되어 있다. 그들은 일정 기간의 교육 과정을 거친 후 국가고시에 합격한, 국가에서 전문가로 인증받은 전문 인력이다.
치매를 앓고 있는 시아버지를 모시는 일이 쉬운 일은 아니다. 하지만 요양 보호사 자격증 취득을 위해 공부하면서, 시아버지의 증세나 현재 상태에 대해 더 잘 이해하게 되었다.
- My grandfather was diagnosed with cancer when I was young. / People who are diagnosed with COVID-19 must stay in their homes.
- I can't afford the medical expenses. / The medical expenses weren't as bad as I had feared.
- He is studying to be certified as an accountant. / We studied to be certified together.
A: They say the number of Alzheimer's patients is on the rise.
B: That's right. The number of patients is likely to grow as the average life expectancy increases.
A: What should one do if family member comes down with Alzheimer's?
B: A family member can provide care, or you could get help from a nursing home.
A: I see.
B: The costs can be high, so it's a good idea to sign up for an Alzheimer's insurance policy.
