DEAR DUTY-BOUND: I don’t think so. It is now time to take care of yourself. You have done more than your fair share of taking ...

Caregiver responsibilities can be overwhelming and draining, but taking care of yourself is one of the most important things you can do. The stronger you remain—physically and mentally—the more ...

Taking care of an elderly parent or seriously ill spouse or family member can be physically and emotionally draining — and ...

Plan caregiving breaks, if possible, when you can take a few days to focus ... It may not always be intuitive to put yourself first as a caregiver, but self-care is an important part of caring ...

I've been taking care of my sister for years, but may put her in a nursing home. My own health problems have gotten worse, ...

“We cannot take care of people (with dementia) outside of the home. We have to leverage our caregivers. We have to take good care of them. (Patients) have to stay in their communities. It’s ...

Find resources and programs that can help you take care of your loved one with lupus – and yourself. Are you looking for tools ... and confidence you'll need to become an effective caregiver. Becoming ...

Taking care of an elderly or ailing loved ... recommends familiarizing yourself with the signs of caregiver burnout. “Being a caregiver can lead to both mental and physical fatigue.

The challenges of caring for elders can result in caregivers ignoring their ... contact your primary care doctor for an appointment, take the questionnaire with you, and discuss next steps ...

At Memorial Sloan Kettering, we recognize caregivers as an important part of the cancer care team. As the family member or friend of someone with cancer, you may find yourself taking on new ...

DEAR ABBY: I’m a caregiver and have been since the age ... It is now time to take care of yourself. You have done more than your fair share of taking care of your sister. If she needs assisted ...