More than 22 million Americans are involved in some form of helping elderly family members or friends with their daily routines. If you're part of this group, whether you call yourself a caregiver, or simply a good daughter or son, you know that caring for an aging parent or friend has its rewards and its trials.
Caregivers often feel they must tend to their loved one's needs full time. But burning yourself out doesn't help anyone. And it can negatively affect your own health. Here are ways to care for yourself.
If you are caring for someone with dementia, it’s important to take good care of yourself too. Get out to see friends, eat a healthy diet, and visit your health care provider for regular checkups.
