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Family Caregiving

Few of us can truly be prepared to become a primary caregiver for a seriously ill loved one. The physical and emotional challenges can be enormous and are often compounded by fear and the demands of the caregiver's own life, whether it be holding down a job outside the home or caring for children, or both.

Many caregivers experience feelings of isolation, helplessness and uncertainty as they provide for the needs of a seriously ill person and, simultaneously, feel they should be able to shoulder the job on their own. Knowing more about providing physical care, learning about the resources available for caregivers, and how to prepare your home can go a long way toward making you more comfortable with this vital and, ultimately, rewarding role.

Learn more:

• What will I need to learn about providing physical care for my loved one?
• What if I am in the role of making medical decisions for someone?
• How can I make the home more accessible for the person I am caring for?
• How can I provide the emotional and spiritual comfort they need?
• What kind of help does Community Hospice offer caregivers?
• What can I do to help someone else who is caring for a sick loved one?

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