Support for Caregivers: Managing Stress While Caregiving
Ashley Montez
The term “caregiver” can be broadly characterized and includes family caregivers, professional caregivers, volunteer caregivers, and informal caregivers. Family caregivers are typically the first line of support for individuals in need of care. The individual(s) may be a spouse, child, parent, sibling, and/or extended family, or close friend. The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ – Matthew 25:40 Professional caregivers have specialized training and are licensed to care for those who need it in various settings, such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and private homes. Volunteer caregivers offer their...
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