Question 1

how would   hire a good in-home caregiver?

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References: Get references from someone who is bonded and givesw a good personal reference, and may be from an agency that vouches.

Question 2

what happens when a solo caregiver gets ill?

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Support system: This really speaks to why having a support system in place is important when providing care for someone.  Being a sole caregiver sometimes leads to taking less care of yourself, and then increases your chance of getting sick. Plan ahead by having a support system in place. If you're already sick look for other resources-ask your church, doctor's office, community agency for help.

Question 3

what makes caregivers successful and healthy?

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Self care: Successful care givers understand their limits and get the help they need. Nearly 50% of care givers are depressed and develop other health problems related to their caregiving.  Leaving time for yourself, eating healthy, exercise, sleep and healthy stress coping techniques are all important.

Question 4

what could happen to my physical state as a caregiver?

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Caregiver drain: This can be both physical or emotional. It is important to take care of yourself, so you can continue to care for those you love. Make sure and get enough sleep, give yourself breaks, and try to keep things in perspective. It is important to tell the patient's physician about barriers you are encountering, as they may be able to recommend support services or medical interventions.

Question 5

describe the features of disability needing a caregiver.?

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Care giver: In most instances this comes down to one's ability to perform activities of daily living (nutrition, hygiene, etc)  as well as ambulation or transfers. If one is not able to perform these basic functions, a care giver (part of full time is needed).

Question 6

what challenges do  caregivers face?

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Caregivers: Physical exhaustion, financial difficulties, loss of employment, depression, anxiety, marital problems, neglect of own children ---these are some of the problems that caregiver go thro'.

Question 7

what are the risks of being a caregiver?

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Please elaborate: Please reformulate your question. I do not know if you are a paid caregiver or a relative of someone sick in your household. I do not know what medical condition is associated to the person being taking care.  If the patient has a communicable disease (infection) there is some possibility of transmission but varies with the diagnosis. I do not know if you are referring to any legal issue either.

Question 8

what are the rewards of being a caregiver?

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Personal satisfation: It gives us understanding of people, their bodies, their emotions, thoughts. How one treats a person is exactly how they will be treated. It becomes a self reflection.

Question 9

how can i handle my stress as a caregiver?

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Care for Yourself: It's easy as a caretaker to lose sight of your own health. In fact, the average caretaker runs the risk of having his/her own health problems. Thus, it is imperative that you get good sleep, exercise, and nutrition. Make some time for your own recreation as well. Rather than feeling guilty, recognize that the more emotional & physical health you have, the more you will have to give your loved one.

Question 10

where can i find caregiver support groups?

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NAMI: Contact local  chapter of national alliance of mental illness and they will help.

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