Caregiving
Caregivers suffer from two syndromes that indicate they need some personal attention. One is called “Compassion Fatigue” and the other
By Donna Steigleder I’m going to be brutally honest with you as I tell my story. I went from a nice
Recognize the signs of caregiver burnout, and when you do, ask for help from those around you. The
Buying Medical Equipment Helping someone who has trouble moving or helping themselves requires a lot of strength, flexibility, and energy.
Back Up Care Planning What happens if the primary caregiver is unavailable to provide care? Many caregivers have medical problems
Use Caution When Assessing Needs Caregivers enter their role with guarded expectations and mixed knowledge and skills. Assessing the needs
Caregivers Can be Victims, Too Many caregivers support elderly parents suffering from dementia or illnesses affecting their personalities. As a
Some people expect to become caregivers in the future because they “stand in line” to inherit responsibility for caring for
How Does Caregiving Impact the Caregiver’s Health? 23% report their health has declined in the past five years due to
What is the Impact of Caregiving on the Caregiver’s Financial Health? 1:5 family caregivers report experiencing a significant financial strain.
Do Caregivers Work In Addition to Providing Care? 61% of caregivers work outside the home 61% say they have experienced
