The Risk of Caregiver Burnout Is Ongoing

Dear Candid Caregiver: My mom passed two years ago and my dad hasn’t done well since. Recently he had a stroke. My sister, who lives 1,000 miles away, came out for mom’s funeral, and she also visited for a few days after dad’s stroke, but she has a job and a family and couldn’t stay long. Now, dad’s been diagnosed with vascular dementia. Realistically, I’m the sole caregiver. I have two teenaged children, a husband who is, so far, supportive, and a job. I’m already beginning to feel burned out after just a few months.  Read the full article on HealthCentral to learn more about how to prevent or deal with caregiver burnout: Carol is the Candid Caregiver MedicareFAQ – Medicare Resource Center Support a caregiver or jump-start discussion in support groups with real stories - for bulk orders of Minding Our Elders e-mail Carol                  Related StoriesHow to Refresh Your Caregiving Routine Any Time Of YearHow Do You Tell Someone With Dementia When a Loved One Has Died?How To Manage the Unearned Feelings of Guilt That's Often Part of Caregiving 
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