What happens when the caregiver has health issues?

Posted by joedeb @joedeb, 1 day ago

I had some spots removed from my arm yesterday, to be tested for cancer. My brother in laws health was the final straw that forced him and his wife into assisted living. That's the end game right? The caregivers health.

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@joedeb Not sure if I understand you. Are you saying that the caregiver’s health is very important in the end of life situations. Yes, the caregivers health if of premier importance. So their health must be carefully monitored.
Let’s wait and hear what other caregivers on this site have to say.
Are you a caregiver for someone?

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Yes, my wife. She has lewy body dementia. I was thrown quickly into being a full time caregiver this fall. I witnessed my brother in law and sister in law, who has advanced parkinsons, move into assisted living two weeks ago after a year of denial on their part and declining health of him. They did just fine until his health starting turning rather fast and then it became a crisis. I became their 1st responder living 30 minutes away. It didn't turn out well.

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