Reducing caregiver burnout and stress through coaching sessions that offer caregiver support
Caring for others is one of the most emotionally and physically demanding activities a person can do. Regardless of your experience and exposure to dementia and Alzheimer’s, you have questions and frustrations that are specific to you. Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s is personal, although the disease exhibits signs and symptoms that are similar, the way your person is behaving can be unique to them and the way you intervene should be based off of that uniqueness.
Clarity begins by understanding the disease and equating your understanding to the needs of your Alzheimer’s person. A caregiver of a loved one has the advantage of knowing the person’s life history. This knowledge is the basis for successful care and treatment.
Being a caregiver does not define you, you still have your goals, desires and ambitions and you should never lose them. Your daily routines and priorities will undoubtedly change, knowing how to incorporate life in spite of the changes is key, and knowing how to incorporate life without guilt is essential.
