1. 10 Tips for Family Caregivers
from the National Family Caregivers Association

2. Choose to take charge of your life, and don’t let
1 your loved one’s illness or disability always take
center stage.

3. Remember to be good to yourself. Love, honor
2 and value yourself. You’re doing a very hard job
and you deserve some quality time, just for you.

4. Watch out for signs of depression, and don’t
3 delay in getting professional help when you
need it.

5. When people offer to help, accept the offer and
4 suggest specific things that they can do.

6. Educate yourself about your loved one’s
5 condition. Information is empowering.

7. There’s a difference between caring and doing.
6 Be open to technologies and ideas that promote
your loved one’s independence.

8. Trust your instincts. Most of the time they’ll lead
7 you in the right direction.

9. Grieve for your losses, and then allow yourself
8 to dream new dreams.

10. Stand up for your rights as a caregiver and a
9 citizen.

11. Seek support from other caregivers. There is
10 great strength in knowing you are not alone.

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