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TIPS FOR CAREGIVING
ByDr. Ghazala Shaikh
Caregiving
Important concept in societies with increased aging population…
Deals with impairment related to old age, disability, disease and mental disorder.
Challenging JobTake care of daily activities
Managing medications
Talking to the doctors and nurses
Helping to bathe or dress
Taking care of household jobs, meals or bills
Remember the person Inside
Re-think personal boundaries
Flexibility and honesty is the key..
Toileting and bodily functions ..essential subject matter
Be candid , empathetic and honest.
Have patience
Patience- real virtue in care giving
So Remove yourself from that situation Take deep breath Address the situation when you are calm
Stress and pent up frustation take a big toll on your mental health.
Trust
Arm yourself with knowledge
Knowledge is Power
Guide you and instill confidence
Demonstrate that you are competent to take decision about their care
Do it from your Heart
If its yours, COMMIT TO IT
Don’t view it as OBLIGATION.
Selfless act, something you want to do, not have to…
Don’t disregard their opinion
Consider their point of view
Respond to them as the individual human being as they were before they become“the patient”
Look for non verbal cues
Help you to understand their needs
Be responsive with limits..( Do not ignore their needs)
Let them know you heard them
Be Present Spend some time with them
Try to enjoy their company
Be Non judgmental Getting old is not easy to accept…
Have Tolerance and be practice non judgment
Communicate with touch A hug Pat on the arm Holding hand
Build teamwork Have teamwork attitude
Includes the healthcare professionals
Trust yourself…Make decision based on the situation and perform your role with confidence.
Have the courage to do the best you canAnd SEEK HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT
Avoid caregiver stress