5 Bad Decisions Family Caregivers Should Avoid

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5 Bad Decisions Family Caregivers Should Avoid
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As a family caregiver, it may often seem as
though life is full of decisions that must be
made to protect your senior loved ones health.
During any given day, you may have to decide what
your loved one eats, what activities are planned
for the day, and how to manage all of your
responsibilities. While most decisions you make
may come fairly easy, it is also possible to make
bad choices when you are tired or feeling
stressed. Here are a few bad decisions that could
impact the ability to provide high-quality care
to your loved one.
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1. Skipping Health Appointments
Sometimes, caregivers face difficult decisions
when their schedules are full. However, skipping
health exams is never a good idea because you
must prevent illnesses and injuries if you want
to be there for your loved one. Reach out to a
friend or family member or arrange for a
professional caregiver to step in while you get
your annual physical exam completed or go to the
dentist. If you are the primary caregiver for a
senior loved one in Bethlehem, respite care is
available when you need time away from your
important caregiving duties. At Home Care
Assistance, our respite caregivers are available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help your loved
one manage everyday tasks in the comfort of home
while you have the chance to take a much-needed
break. 
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2. Choosing Unhealthy Ways to Manage Stress
At the end of a long day, you might be tempted to
have an alcoholic beverage or indulge in sweets
in an attempt to relax. However, this approach
usually fails to correct the underlying cause of
stress, and you may even find yourself feeling
worse the next day. Try to find healthy ways to
relax such as performing a few stretches or going
for a walk.
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3. Overlooking the Importance of Socialization
Everyone needs the opportunity to socialize with
a variety of people. Try to arrange for other
people to stop by to visit you and your loved one
every now and then. From enjoying lunch with a
neighbor to having a quick chat with a
professional caregiver, making socialization a
priority can give you and your loved one an
emotional lift.
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4. Trying to Do It All Yourself
It is normal for caregiving duties to grow
substantially and become burdensome over time.
Take a serious look at your daily routine and
identify tasks that can be delegated to others.
Whether you arrange for housekeeping services or
schedule for medication management, just getting
a few things off your plate can free up more time
to enjoy fun activities with your loved
one. Hiring a professional caregiver is one of
the best ways to reduce some of your caregiving
burden and put your loved ones care in the hands
of an expert. If your senior loved one needs
hourly or live-in care, Bethlehem Home Care
Assistance can help. Our caregivers can assist
with exercise and mobility, prepare nutritious
meals, provide timely medication reminders, and
help with a wide array of other important daily
tasks. 
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5. Ignoring the Signs of Burnout
At first, you may just think you are tired.
However, the signs of burnout could escalate into
serious symptoms such as depression if you do not
address them right away. Make the decision today
to protect yourself from burnout. Identify at
least three people you can call for help, and
consider arranging for regular respite care to
prevent stress from building up. If you are the
primary family caregiver for an elderly loved one
and need additional assistance providing
high-quality home care, Bethlehem Home Care
Assistance can help. We are a leading home care
agency committed to changing the way seniors age.
To learn about our revolutionary in-home care
plans, give us a call at 484-350-3874 today.
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