When it becomes clear that a family member requires care, it can be a daunting position to. Too often, when faced with this prospect, families tend to allow one family member to take the lead
Posts under ‘Communication’
Six General Strategies for the “Newbie” Adult Caregiver
It doesn’t matter whether the caregiver role was thrust upon you without much warning or you have slowly slid into it. Either way, the role of adult caregiver can be rather overwhelming, causing feelings of isolation, anxiety, sadness, trepidation, frustration and even resentment. These feelings are normal and not at all uncommon and you can [...]
Sharing the Caregiving Role
When a parent becomes incapable of caring for themselves what role should the children play in their care? Too often, the burden of looking after that parent falls on the shoulders of a single child, no matter how many siblings there are. Research has shown that the oldest daughter in a family is the person [...]
Communicating with the Cognitatively Impaired
When you are in the role of caregiver, sometimes it can be difficult to talk with your loved one, especially if they have some type of cognitive impairment. How do you know if they truly understanding what you are saying to them? Choosing the right words and conveying the right message can be difficult, especially [...]
Communicating with Your Loved One About Your Caregiving Role
One of the most difficult talks you could have with a loved one, particularly an elderly parent, is one regarding the need for caregiving. You love them and want what’s best for them while keeping them safe and that sometimes means jumping into the caregiving role. You and your loved one may not always see [...]
