People around you might be resolving to lose ten pounds, eat healthier, and exercise more, but as a caregiver for someone with dementia, perhaps just getting through every day is challenging enough. The idea of aiming to improve upon any area of your life in this unsettling time might be overwhelming. Even thinking about New Year’s resolutions for Alzheimer’s caregivers may seem like an unnecessary task on top of other responsibilities.
At Independence-4-Seniors Home Care, a leading provider of elder care in Burr Ridge and the surrounding areas, we would like to offer you a bit of encouragement. We realize the work you’re doing can be both rewarding and frustrating, and we are here to support you in any way we can. To start, we have compiled some resolutions for Alzheimer’s caregivers that can genuinely help make your journey a little easier.
What Resolutions Are Good for an Alzheimer’s Caregiver?
Take a deep breath and a few moments to consider the following:
- Set aside time for self-care. We understand; this might be not as easy as it sounds. But taking time for yourself is vital to both your quality of life and that of the person you are taking care of. It does not have to be anything complicated or extensive, unless you want it to be. Simply carving out an hour or two once weekly for an activity you enjoy can supply the rejuvenation you need. A dependable friend or family member can fill in while you are away, or contact Independence-4-Seniors Home Care for a skilled, experienced caregiver to help.
- Forgive yourself. Accept that you are human, and there will be times that you wish you had handled a situation differently. Resolve that this is the year you will thoroughly let go of any guilt, and instead remind yourself that you are doing the very best you can to help make life better for the person you love.
- Remind yourself that you know what is most beneficial. Family caregivers can find themselves in the middle of well-intentioned people who wish to offer advice. While their ideas may work effectively for other people, they might not be appropriate in your situation. Listen respectfully to any advice offered and thank the individual for the idea, but then ultimately trust your judgment in making the ideal care decisions for your circumstances.
For a dependable partner in Alzheimer’s care, or for some additional helpful resources, contact Independence-4-Seniors Home Care any time. We’ll be pleased to visit with you in your home at no cost to discuss the challenges you are facing and to offer creative solutions to help, including:
- Support as needed with personal hygiene tasks, while encouraging independence
- Transportation and accompaniment to outings and appointments
- Planning and preparing meals in accordance with individual preferences
- Providing engaging conversations and activities to help keep both body and mind active
- Assistance with wandering, agitation, aggression, repetitive behaviors, sundowning, and much more
- And so much more
Contact us at (630) 323-4665 to learn more about how our elder care in Burr Ridge and the surrounding areas can help support you and the person you love.