Support Share: The Caregiver's Perspective
Caregivers Are Heroes, But Not Superhuman
Taking breaks and attending to their own needs can help these dedicated men and women stay at their most effective.
Caregivers are heroes — they care for our community’s most vulnerable. They care for our youngest and eldest generations, provide care and support to the sick and dying, and assist those with substance abuse or mental health disorders and developmental or physical disabilities. These are the family members, friends, professionals, paraprofessionals and volunteers there for us during the most difficult and trying times of our lives. Although caregivers are heroes, they are not superheroes. They are prone to sickness, depression, sleep deprivation and neglecting other physical, emotional and spiritual needs for themselves. They give of themselves but too often forget to give back to themselves to stay physically and mentally healthy. Self …
Daphne Taylor Street
11:31 am on Thursday, September 1, 2011
Thanks very much, William! I look forward to the opportunity --Daphne more ›