Senior Care in Wilton Manors FL
For some family caregivers, asking for help is not an option. This could be because they are feeling overwhelmed and do not want to burden others with the same stress they have. Or it could be perhaps the fact that they do not know how to approach others with this request.
If you are in need of an extra hand or two to help with the caregiving responsibilities, these tips will help you ask for assistance from other family members or friends.
- Hold a family meeting. After first learning that the elder will need home care, hold a meeting with the rest of your family, including siblings and cousins. Discuss what your loved one will need help with and what tasks you will like assistance with. If no one volunteers to take on some of these responsibilities, start dividing up the tasks and personally asking each person if they would help.
- Do not forget out-of-town family. Even if you have a sibling that lives across the country, there are still plenty of things they can do to help out. They could set up the doctor appointments for the elder, as well as being the contact person for their medical team. Another task long-distance relatives can take over are the finances by making sure the elder’s bills are paid and keeping track of what they have in their account.
- Give them some freedom. Sure, there may be a certain way you want things done, but putting yourself in the “micro-manager” role will cause family members to step back and away from the caregiving responsibilities. After deciding who will handle each task, step back and allow the family members to accomplish it in their own way. Giving them the freedom to help the elder as they see fit will encourage them to help with other tasks in the future.
- Get outside help. If your family members are not willing to help or do not have the time to help, a senior care provider can take over. This professional caregiver can help by doing all of the tasks you needed done, while also giving the elder the attention they so desperately need.
- Find a support group. If you still find yourself taking over a majority of the caregiving responsibilities, look into local support groups. These support groups are filled with other family caregivers and are the perfect place to find others who understand your situation and can offer advice from experience.
If you or a family member are in need of senior care in Wilton Manors, FL, call the caring professionals at Star Multi Care today at (954) 870-4770. Providing service in Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, Weston, Southwest Ranches, Pembroke Pines, Cooper City, Lighthouse Point, and Wilton Manors.
Source: http://www.caregiverstress.com/stress-management/relief-tips/how-to-ask-others-for-help/
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With over 35 years of experience, Stephen Sternbach has been the Chairman of the Board of Directors, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Star Multi Care Services since 1987. After the sale of the New York and New Jersey operations of Star Multi Care Services, Sternbach brought the company private where he remains President and CEO of this 40-million dollar company. With Sternbach at the helm, Star Multi Care Services employs more than 650 employees, in six offices throughout Florida, Pennsylvania, Ohio and New York.
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