It is a myth that most of the elderly are cared for by nursing homes or health care institutions, In fact, 87% of those who need long term care receive that care from unpaid caregivers. That being the case, what can you do to make caregiving easier down the road? The key word is “plan.”
As noted in our previous two posts, first you must determine where to start, and then learn about estate planning. Finally, be sure to take care of yourself:
- Accept help
- Information is power; be proactive
- Consider your own needs, “put your oxygen mask on first”
- Join a support group
- Get respite, take time off for you
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