7 Steps To Help You Prepare To Be A Caregiver
Genetics can play a role as well. Does dementia, cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes or any other chronic disease/condition run in your family? If yes, you’ve likely realized the importance of practically and emotionally preparing to take care of your elderly parents. But hold on a second. Before you feel overwhelmed by starting this process, rest assured that preparing can actually relieve stress! In fact, the very act of reflecting on what you want from caregiving (not just what you feel obligated to do), stepping back to see the big picture of chronic illness, and planning for the future are all ways we can proactively cope with the inevitable changes that time will bring....