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SENIOR RESOURCES

whether it’s a porch, spare bedroom, or simply a
corner of a room. You shouldn’t have to leave the
house to get some alone time to enjoy hobbies, relax,
and do the things you love most.
• Deal with your feelings. Bottling up your emotions
takes a toll on your psyche and your health. Share
feelings of frustration with friends and family.
Seek support from others who are in a similar
situation. Talk with a professional counselor or join
a caregiver support group.
• Remember to say “no” when necessary. Accept the
fact that you can't do everything and resist the urge I once read an idea to help people connect with
their neighbors:
to take on more than you can handle. If someone
asks you to do something that you just can’t take Take a plate you can spare. Fill it with some
on, be honest, explain why you can’t, and don't feel homemade cookies, a cake, fresh fruit, or even
badly about it. storebought candy or cereal bars. Take it to the
neighbor on your right with this note attached.
• Stay positive. Do your best to avoid dwelling on "Dear neighbor, I'm glad you live next to me.
the negative. Hold a family meeting or call a senior When you have finished enjoying these goodies,
please fill the plate with another treat and deliver
care mediator to resolve conflicts with siblings and to the neighbor on your right along with this same
other relatives. Remember to be proud of all that note. Let's see if the goodwill plate will make it all
you are doing and focus on the rewards of caring for the way around the block."
someone you love.

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References:
AARP. Caregiving Resource Center. “What Is Respite Senior safety and
Care? A Break for the Caregiver.” Web. 2016.
AgingCare.com. “The Importance of Respite Care”. well- -being is what we do
Web. 2016.
The Commonwealth Fund. “A Look at Working-Age In-Home Senior Care Services
Caregivers’ Roles, Health Concerns, and Need for • Personal care • Dementia and
Support” by Alice Ho, Sara R. Collins, Karen Davis, and • Companionship Alzheimer's care
Michelle M. Doty. Whitepaper. Web. 2016. and housekeeping • Safety solutions

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