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For Real Life
Reminders
Taking care of my mom has been a wild ride. She has cancer and I've become the primary care taker. Caring for others is a really new experience.
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Caregiver stress is real!
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I need to watch my stress, so I can be of service to my mom. But I don't know how to take care of myself, and be the family health care worker.
JENNIFER, DAUGHTER & CARER IN NEW JERSEY
My friend isn't elderly, but she isn't able to pay for home health care to the level she needs, which should be 24/7.
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She hates "being a burden" and accepting help. As her friend, and de facto caregiver, what are ways I can help her remain independent, but also offer the aid she needs?
QUINN, FRIEND & CAREGIVER IN CONNECTICUT
Caregiver Burnout is setting in after six months of take care of my dad during a prolonged illness.
Serving as a stay-at-home nurse is more stressful than I ever expected. I feel guilty every single day.
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How can I focus on my well-being, while caring for my father at the same time?
CLAIRE, CAREGIVER IN TEXAS
Our vows said "in sickness and in health" and my goal is to offer as much support and care to my husband during his illness.
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How do I balance my own mental health while being his rock - and caregiver?