How Do Alzheimer’s Caregivers Find Time for Themselves?

It’s all well and good to advise caregivers to take time for themselves as they look after a parent, spouse, or another relative who has Alzheimer’s.  But, as Kristi Gott says, “Who Has the Time or Money?”

Kristi gives some excellent tips for taking care of yourself and seeking solutions.  She relates some of the activities she’s involved in.  Caregiver burnout has become a big problem with more elders requiring care.  The need for more information, classes, and resources for caregivers finally is being recognized.

Every caregiver and patient, every situation is different and resources vary.  So the solutions I found when caring for my mother may not be exactly what you need.  However, don’t simply say, “Poor me,” and fail to strive for solutions.  They won’t be handed to you…you must take the initiative and seek them out.  But some respite, even though not total relief, is possible

However, learning what other caregivers, like Kristi Gott, are doing is a first step toward caring for yourself.