Eight signs you might be suffering from family caregiver overload in Monroe – and what to do
Eight signs you might be suffering from family caregiver overload in Monroe – and what to do
Caring for an elderly or disabled loved one is an honor and a privilege – but the constant responsibility you have towards them can easily leave you feeling strained and overwhelmed. By taking the time to evaluate yourself and how you are doing, you can deal with or even prevent caregiver burnout.
Caring for an elderly or disabled loved one is an honor and a privilege – but the constant responsibility you have towards them can easily leave you feeling strained and overwhelmed. By taking the time to evaluate yourself and how you are doing, you can deal with or even prevent caregiver burnout.
Author’s Note: This post was originally published on the official blog of Companion Care Inc. The original post can be found here: http://www.companioncareofwa.com/2015/01/05/eight-signs-you-might-be-suffering-from-family-caregiver-overload-in-monroe-and-what-to-do/. This post has been republished here with the permission of the author. For any queries related to reprinting or republishing of this post, kindly contact the author.
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Caring for an elderly or disabled loved one is an honor and a privilege – but the constant responsibility you have towards them can easily leave you feeling strained and overwhelmed. By taking the time to evaluate yourself and how you are doing, you can deal with or even prevent caregiver burnout. Here are some symptoms to look out for:
- Increased irritation, anger and frustration, often with regard to small matters you usually would not worry about.
- Consistent feelings of exhaustion, anxiety and stress.
- Difficulty sleeping or suffering from insomnia, waking up feeling tired and stressed.
- Feeling resentful and angry about your role as a caregiver.
- Feeling guilty about not being able to do everything you feel you should do.
- A decline in your own physical health.
- Inablilty to relax and spend time on yourself.
Stress in relationships you have with friends and family. Caregiver overload is a real condition with real consequences, so it is important to remember you are not alone and should not feel guilty taking the time to re-evaluate your role and ask for help.
Respite care offers you peace of mind
One of the best ways of treating caregiver overload and avoid repeating the experience is to find a reliable, professional respite care service. This will allow you to remain the primary caregiver to your loved one while giving you a necessary break to manage other responsibilities in your life.
Respite care services providers such as Companion Care understand how uncertain life can be and offer services which can be organized quickly when you need them as well as scheduled on a specific weekly or monthly basis. Whether you need to go to a business meeting, attend your child’s school play or simply have a few hours to relax and watch a movie, respite care offers you peace of mind.
If you’d like more information about Companion Care, if you have any questions about the respite care services we provide in Monroe, or if you’d like more information about caring for a family member, please do not hesitate to contact us today.
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