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Assistance for Caregivers

Caregiving, even for someone you love deeply, can bring mixed emotions. On one hand, there is a bond to the person who needs your care and the satisfaction of being able to help. But seniors can be inflexible and difficult, or have mental and/or physical conditions that are hard to deal with. The result can be exhaustion and frustration for the caregiver.

  • Caregivers, whether spouses,

    We All Need A Little Help…

    Visiting Nurse Service
    Consider VNS for home care. VNS provides an array of in-home services ranging from housekeeping and companionship to rehabilitation, complex therapies and hospice care.

    Adult Day Care
    Meadowbrook is designed for those who need assistance, but not 24-hour care. It offers exceptional medical care, valuable social interaction for participants and an important respite for their families.
    children, family members, friends or paid assistants, need to take care of themselves too.

  • To find other people who are sharing your joys and your headaches, look at support groups in your community. For example, family and friends affected by a loved one with stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, and other conditions often regularly meet to learn and share.

Helpful Links

  • Careplanner offers a good overall look at caregiving, including the caregiver’s bill of rights, and how to plan for caregiving. It always helps to have a plan in place. This document can begin the planning process.

  • Click here for frequently asked questions about nursing homes.