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Trouble relaxing and self care

Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Apr 29 7:14pm | Replies (10)

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@janet7

Hi there! I am also learning to be a caregiver for my husband and I do the best I can to make him comfortable and happy. We caregivers learn as we go along and we try to do better. Whether it’s joining a Memory group or reading about their sickness or buying things they like (puzzles, drawing, a fake cat), whatever I hope he will enjoy and keep his mind fresh I try. We learn as we go along day after day, and we keep trying to be a better caregiver. I believe this is enough for us to be able to relax, and not worry, because we are doing the best we can. We owe it to ourselves to have some peace and quiet and take good care of ourselves. If you need more help, try calling Senior Services and ask how they can help you. They are a real blessing to me to know I am not alone and there is help waiting for me. Their help in so many areas gives me the strength and confidence to continue on this journey. I would be lost without them. You need help and I hope you find it.

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Would that be like Senior Services of Central Illinois in Petersburg?