Can you think of any reason or anything caregivers might want more? Caregivers are so busy caring for their loved ones, they don’t often focus on themselves. While the caregiver is not focusing on her or himself, neither are other family members and friends. It’s usually not because they are not concerned about the health and well-being of the caregiver, it is generally because the caregiver has not mentioned or acknowledged that more time and attention devoted to him or herself is necessary and even wanted. If you have a caregiver in your life who is doing the day-to-day care of a loved one who is aging, take some time to reward that caregiver. What would a reward look like? How about offering to do some of the routine chores assumed by the caregiver. How about just spending a little more time with the caregiver to ask how she or he is really doing. Have you thought about preparing a meal or taking the caregiver one of their favorite healthy treats? A special surprise might be allowing the caregiver to get a few hours of uninterrupted peace and quiet. It really is about the little things. The things that non-caregivers take for granted. A hug, a gentle touch, a prolonged smile, a wink, 2 thumbs up, a non-rushed telephone call — most caregivers would welcome this attention. Why? Because Caregivers Need Care Too
Angela Mozelle
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