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As a caregiver, what helps you the most?

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@katrina123
My local elder network has volunteers who will come for 2 or 3 hours, generally on a weekly basis, who would visit with my husband, play cards or a game with him, talk sports, or Civil War history, or whatever is of interest, or just watch TV. They try different volunteers until they find one who fits the client. They are all screened, of course, but there are lots of people who like visiting seniors and being truly helpful. These volunteers can't do anything medical, but are trained and will call first responders if needed. There are also paid non-medical companions for whom there is an income-based sliding scale who can do more. My county also has helpful resources, even finding a handy person who volunteers to help with small projects around the house. I'm amazed at the resources out there once you start looking. Might be worth looking into as part of finding what is sustainable for you.
Blessings and best wishes.

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@myacim
When you say “elder network”, is there a particular resource name that you accessed? My dad could really benefit from the type of socialization you described that your husband receives! Thanks!