If you are a caregiver – have you let taking care of yourself fall off the to-do list?
For those who are in the role of a caregiver, it’s time to put YOU back on top! Taking care of your physical and emotional needs is one of the most important things you can do as a caregiver. Read and share this infographic to learn more about taking care of yourself while caring for others:
Included below are some additional handouts to help navigate healthcare needs for an individual:
Doctor’s Office Visit Checklist
Medication Checklist
Patient File Checklist
40/70 Rule Booklet: A Guide to Conversation Starters for Boomers and Their Senior Loved Ones
Interactive Conversation Tree for Caregivers
Additional Resources
Medicare Caregiver Resources: http://www.medicare.gov/campaigns/caregiver/caregiver.html
Medicare Caregiver Resource Kit: http://www.medicare.gov/campaigns/caregiver/caregiver-resource-kit.html
Medicare Community: Caregiver Stories: http://www.medicare.gov/campaigns/caregiver/caregiver-stories.html
Caregiver Action Network: http://caregiveraction.org/
Family Caregiver Alliance: http://www.caregiving.org/
U.S. Administration on Aging: http://www.aoa.gov/