![]() Combine paid services with help from friends, family, and volunteers Or, you could have someone come for a short time in the beginning and gradually increase their time as everyone adjusts to the new situation.Ĥ. To make the transition easier, you could have someone come and shadow you until they learn the ropes and can be left alone with your older adult. When you’re putting together a team of family, friends, and volunteers, it can be less stressful if you have some time to get the team in place and work out the details. That’s why it’s helpful to find help before you really need it. It may take some time to find the right person to help and for them to learn the caregiving routines. ![]() Start before you really need it (if possible) That’s why you need to make the decision, regardless of how they feel about it.Īll that matters is that they’re safe and well cared for when you’re not there.ģ. When seniors refuse, they’re not thinking of your needs and are often not considering their own true needs either. Many older adults refuse outside help because they’re uncomfortable with the idea.Īnd someone with dementia doesn’t have the cognitive ability to make a rational decision. This isn’t a decision that your older adult gets to make. Don’t ask your older adult for permission It doesn’t do them any good if you’re not physically or mentally well enough to be their caregiver.Ģ. ![]() Taking regular breaks is the best way to maintain your overall health and your ability to provide care.īesides, how good would you feel if you never took any breaks and your health declined to the point where you could no longer care for your older adult? Guilt is a normal part of caregiving simply because you care – it’s never going to disappear.ĭon’t let this stop you from getting the caregiving help you need. 6 ways to make it easier for caregivers to take a break ![]()
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