Caregivers provide regular care and assistance to family members and loved ones with a health problem or disability.
01 | Introduction
In 1997, President Clinton signed the first National Family Caregivers Month Presidential Proclamation. Since then, every President has followed suit by issuing an annual proclamation to recognize and honor caregivers in November.
This year, the focus is on caregiving in crisis. While dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, caregivers have an extra burden to add to their already overwhelming job of caring for someone with chronic or terminal illness, as well as other health problems. There are several ways to manage caregiving safely and consistently during the global pandemic, and when things get back to normal. We have gathered some tips to help.
02 | Seek Support
Caregiving can be exhausting, and it is essential that the caregiver find the right support. Some ways to find groups include:
03 | Take Care of Yourself
Caregivers must pay attention to physical and emotional symptoms that can affect their own health and well-being. Create balance with the following suggestions:
04 | Get Organized
Getting organized goes a long way when it comes to caring for a loved one. Some examples include:
Learn More
Click here for information on caregiving and to learn more about Caregiver Awareness Month.
References:
https://caregiveraction.org/resources/10-tips-family-caregivers
https://www.cancerhealth.com/basics/health-basics/caregiver-resources
https://www.apa.org/pi/about/publications/caregivers/faq/cdc-factsheet.pdf
