My mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's at 65. Her care would have cost $10,000 a month, so I quit and became her caregiver.

Jessica C. Guthrie has cared for her mom with Alzheimer's since she was 26. She quit her job and, though finances are tight, said it was worth it.

Source: [Business Insider](https://www.businessinsider.com/left-executive-job-to-care-for-mom-2026-6)