Being a family caregiver takes practical advice and solutions for support. It’s more than saying you can’t pour from an empty cup.
No matter where you’re at in your caregiving journey, the right resources, support, and advice can make your caregiving experience successful.
Support is Crucial
If you know a caregiver, offer more than a blanket statement of support. Be specific about your offer. Support groups are also a great way for caregivers to find support with people going through a similar experience. Even a listening ear goes a long way.
Balance is Key
As a family caregiver, you really do have to take care of yourself. Find ways to prioritize things that take care of you without feeling guilty. Try managing your nutrition and hydration, maintaining your social activities, and keeping up with some of the things that make you feel like yourself.
Know the Warning Signs of Burnout
Burnout can’t always be prevented, but knowing the warning signs can help you address it when it happens. From impatience and irritability to insomnia and getting sick, it’s important to recognize burnout in yourself or a caregiver you know.
Respite and Senior Living can Offer Rest and Peace of Mind
Sometimes caregivers need a break or family caregiving is no longer the best option. Respite stays and senior living are here to offer caregivers rest and peace of mind, whether it’s for a week or long term.
Looking for resources for yourself or a caregiver you know? The Ohio Masonic Communities Resource Center is here to offer support to older adults and caregivers. Give them a call at 1-877-881-1623 or visit https://omcresourcecenter.org/.
The Ohio Masonic Communities' Here to Help guides cover everything from what Alzheimer's is to what senior living community and contract types exist and more. You can access your free copy of the guides by visiting omcoh.org/sltguide.
No matter what you or your loved one needs assistance with, our team is ready to help. Give us a call at 1-877-881-1623 and press option 4 to be connected with our intake coordinator or visit omcresourcecenter.org/slt.
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