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How to Help a Parent Who Is the Primary Caregiver

8/28/2022

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Caring for an older family member often requires teamwork. A primary caregiver — especially a parent — may be hesitant to ask for help or a break. A few ways you can help are:
  • Provide emotional and moral support. Acknowledge how important the caregiver has been and discuss the physical and emotional effects of caregiving. Just listening may not sound like much help, but often it is.
  • Offer to arrange for respite care. Respite care will give your parent a break from caregiving responsibilities and an opportunity to care for themselves.
  • Help coordinate a move to assisted living or a nursing home. In time, the person receiving care may have to move to a residential facility. If that happens, you can help your parent by selecting a facility that fits everybody’s needs.
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8 Comments
Seniors Helping Seniors Affordable Senior Care link
10/31/2022 10:58:48 pm

Nice infomation. The role of primary caregiver is a demanding one, both physically and emotionally. It can be difficult to watch a parent juggle work, childcare, and other responsibilities while also trying to take care of him or herself.

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helping hands caregivers link
12/30/2022 12:49:42 am

Such a informative post, helping hands caregivers, We’re here to help with the everyday needs of the elderly community to give you peace of mind that your loved ones are being taken care of. For many years, Polish Helping Hands has provided personal care, overnight stays, and even housekeeping services.

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Memory Care Services link
3/27/2023 04:38:38 am

Memory Care Facility specializing in assisted living for those battling Alzheimer's and dementia. Currently, West Virginia's only specialized memory care facility that also provides Alzheimer's care and Dementia care.

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Victoria Addington link
8/3/2023 06:56:03 am

It was fascinating to know that the physical and emotional effects of caregiving must be discussed. My friend told me that her loved one needs help at home. I think it's best to get her loved one a caregiver for constant assistance.

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Eleanor link
10/20/2023 06:57:23 pm

Caregivers come in various forms, including family members, friends, and professional caregivers. Each plays a unique role, and recognizing the value of professional caregivers in healthcare systems is vital. Proper training, fair compensation, and support for these professionals can enhance the quality of care provided.

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Eli Richardson link
11/30/2023 02:03:02 pm

I'm glad you elaborated on helping a loved one who's been taking care of another family member. For the past five years, my aunt has been taking care of our grandmother, and my mom and I think she deserves some privacy and freedom. That's why we're interested in finding a caregiver, just as you explained, so we'll look into it soon.

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Mia Evans link
1/4/2024 01:25:19 am

It got me when you said that a parent or individual can take a break from caregiving responsibilities with professional respite care services to have some time to take care of themselves as well. This is something my aunt definitely needs right now because she has been taking care of her husband's mom ever since the accident she was in. Even if she is a stay-at-home mom, she still needs time to take care of herself as well in order to provide for others at the same time.

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Eleanor link
3/3/2025 10:04:55 pm

This is such a valuable and compassionate resource! Supporting a primary caregiver, especially a parent, is so important, and your insights provide practical and meaningful ways to help. Thank you for shedding light on this often-overlooked topic and offering thoughtful guidance!

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