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Caregiving: I’m frustrated and exhausted.

Caregivers | Last Active: Mar 27, 2022 | Replies (223)

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@dem2301

I was always my father's caregiver for several years. The dynamics are different this go around though. I have 6 brothers and sisters. They all helped according to there abilities so we could keep him in his home for as long as possible. I also noted the decline after each illness, intervention etc with him.one of his doctors told me that for each decade of age it takes a week to recover after a hospitalization or serious illness. It's something to think about.
I'm anxious for my husband to feel better. Maybe tomorrow will be better. Thank you everyone for the support.

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Good evening @dem2301 Yes, indeed, 'maybe tomorrow will be better'. Hope, coupled with love, is often the fuel that keeps caregivers operating, running at full tilt, and loving with all our hearts!

So nice to hear you have supportive family around! I imagine that can be a huge help and can lighten the burden on occasion.

I wish you the best and want to thank you for being here with all the other caregivers on Connect! Caregiving can be so intensely isolating and overwhelming, support is crucial for sure!

Strength, courage, and peace!