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In a recent conversation with the wife and caregiver of a man with advanced Alzheimer\u2019s, she commented to me about her husband\u2019s \u201crelentless need.\u201d\u00a0 She said she was exhausted from constantly having to keep an eye on him, entertain him, and at the same time respect his dignity and his desire for independence.\u00a0 She was doing her best to care for him, but her physical and mental health was suffering.<\/p>\n

Understanding Caregiver Exhaustion<\/h2>\n

Many caregivers are in this same position, and don\u2019t know how to change the cycle of just getting through each day.\u00a0 Below are some basic tips to help:<\/p>\n

Enlist Support from Family and Friends<\/h2>\n

Reach out to family and friends to help<\/strong>.\u00a0 Sometimes people just don\u2019t know where or how they can be helpful. Others might feel that you don\u2019t want or need any help (especially if you don\u2019t ask for it), or just don\u2019t realize how much time, energy, and sacrifice caregiving really takes.\u00a0 Give them the opportunity to help by asking them for specific things like running errands, performing small fix-it jobs around the house, doing online research, etc. Many people are honored when they are asked for help.<\/p>\n

Consider Hiring Professional Help<\/h2>\n

Hire for services you need.<\/strong>\u00a0 Being a caregiver includes a lot more responsibility than just hands-on caring for a person. Arranging for someone to help you with non-caregiving tasks takes those things off your to-do list and results in a bit more time for yourself. This could include using a grocery &\/or meal delivery service, getting help with laundry, hiring a housekeeper, hiring a landscaper, or having a handyman come once a month.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Hire a caregiver<\/strong>.\u00a0 <\/strong>As your loved one\u2019s care needs increase, they\u2019ll need more help with activities of daily living such as eating, bathing, dressing, and moving around. As a result, your days and nights can become consumed with these activities. Having in-home caregiving\u00a0help is especially important if your older adult isn\u2019t sleeping well and you\u2019re not getting the rest you need at night. An in-home caregiver can help you take regular breaks so you can take care of yourself.<\/p>\n

Prioritize Self-Care for Caregivers<\/h2>\n

Take time for you.\u00a0 <\/strong>This is not easy to do, but any time there is an opportunity, take a few minutes to do something you enjoy.\u00a0 Go for a walk, read, sit outside and have coffee\u2026relax.\u00a0 Even is you can only manage 15 minutes to yourself, take every opportunity you can get to recharge.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n
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  • Communicate openly with family and friends about your needs.<\/li>\n
  • Don’t hesitate to ask for help; others may not realize you need it.<\/li>\n
  • Explore hiring services for non-caregiving tasks to lighten your load.<\/li>\n
  • Consider hiring a professional caregiver as your loved one’s needs grow.<\/li>\n
  • Make time for yourself regularly, even if it’s just a few minutes a day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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