Caregiver Support Starts With One Task

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November is National Family Caregivers Month.

When someone says, “Let me know if you need anything,” it can be hard to know where to start.

Try asking for one specific task: “Could you pick up groceries on Thursday? I can send a list.”

Supporting a caregiver? Offer something concrete, and leave room for a different answer.

Help isn’t always available, and needing support isn’t a personal failure.

General education, not individualized care.

Navarro Counseling, slide 1 of 3. November is National Family Caregivers Month. “Caregiver support starts with one task.” When someone says, “Let me know if you need anything,” it can be hard to know where to start. General education, not individualized care. Sources: CDC and ACL; links in caption.
Navarro Counseling, slide 2 of 3. Try asking for one specific task: “Could you pick up groceries on Thursday? I can send a list.” General education, not individualized care. Sources: CDC and ACL; links in caption.
Navarro Counseling, slide 3 of 3. Supporting a caregiver? Offer something concrete, and leave room for a different answer. Help isn’t always available, and needing support isn’t a personal failure. General education, not individualized care. Sources: CDC and ACL; links in caption.

Sources: CDC: Caring for Yourself; ACL: National Family Caregivers Month.

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Ten years experience working in mental health. Experience with children and adults ages 5 and up. I believe that a healthy balance in life and finding your purpose is the key to finding happiness. Available for telehealth, in office, and in home therapy.

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