Caregiving
What is a caregiver?
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Caregivers are people who take care of other adults, most often parents or spouses, who are ill or disabled. The people who receive care usually need help with basic daily tasks. Caregivers help with many things such as:
Usually caregivers take care of elderly people. Less often, caregivers are grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. The terms informal caregiver and family caregiver refer to people who are not paid to provide care. As the American population ages, the number of caregivers and the demands placed on them will grow. Patient CommentsViewers share their comments
Caregiving - Experience
Question: Please describe your experience with a caregiver.
Caregiving - Paying for Home Health Care
Question: What home health care arrangements have been made for you or a relative? Please share your experience.
Caregiving - Stress Prevention or Relief
Question: As a caregiver, how do you deal with stress or isolation? Please share tips or suggestions.
Caregiving - Respite Care
Question: Are you a caregiver who has received time off? Discuss how that worked and who provided the respite care.
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