by Administrator | Nov 20, 2019 | Caregivers
There are many questions to ponder when contemplating becoming family caregivers. Family caregivers encompass everyone from a spouse, children, sibling, life partner or even a close neighbor. While I provided care to my mother for 9 ½ years, there are statistics and...
by Administrator | Nov 13, 2019 | Caregiving
People who share their misconceptions about caregiving only offer to provide distractions to family members who are attempting to find caregiving services for their loved ones. Quite possibly these misconceptions could also distract or deter someone from...
by Administrator | Nov 6, 2019 | Caregivers
As I have mentioned in my book, caregivers, like getting old, are not for sissies. It is a gig that gives you joy and mandates that you gather strength from whatever sources are available. Although at times it seems daunting, caregiving is not a permanent situation...
by Administrator | Oct 30, 2019 | Caregivers
While caregiving can be a genuinely rewarding experience, caregivers may experience anxiety. Symptoms of anxiety include the inability to think clearly, to focus logically when processing a situation or information, and general fatigue. A caregiver may be overwhelmed...
by Administrator | Oct 29, 2019 | Caregivers
Compassion is the core component and one special quality all caregivers must possess. Compassion is the foundation for being a good caregiver and is necessary for a harmonious and trusting relationship between the caregiver and the patient. The National Center for...
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