Successful caregivers dont give up their own enjoyable activities. Many organizations have respite care programs to provide a break for caregivers. Other family members are often willing - even pleased - to spend time with the person in your care. It may be possible to have respite care on a regular basis. Keep a list of the people you can ask for help once in a while. If your friends want to know how they can help ease your burden, ask them to:
* Telephone, and be a good listener as you may voice strong feelings
* Offer words of appreciation for your caregiving efforts
* Share a meal or just a cup of coffee with you
* Help you find useful information about community resources
* Show genuine interest
* Stop by or send cards, letters, pictures, or humorous newspaper clippings
* Share the workload or help hire a relief caregiver
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