Caring for the caregiver

During the next several weeks, we’re going to share some holiday lessons we’ve learned.

During the busy month of December, all of us sometimes feel overwhelmed and exhausted.

If you’re someone, like me, who has been busy all year taking care of a family member with health problems, you may often feel overwhelmed and exhausted.

There are no simple solutions or “pat formulas,” writes Sally Abrahms in the November 12 issue of the AARP Bulletin.

“Each experience is unpredictable, ever changing and unique. Your plan will require constant revision. You’ll need to reach out to others for ideas, advice and help, and that includes finding ways to take care of the caregiver—you.”

–Fayteen