These people display extraordinary courage in responding to the call to provide ongoing, unpaid care for their loved ones.
Caregivers are worthy of care. That message is at the heart of my research and prescription for change.Sign up to receive daily headline news from Ottawa Citizen, a division of Postmedia Network Inc.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails. Postmedia Network Inc.
In Canada, about eight million people provide unpaid care for a family member or close friend with aging-related needs, a disability or a chronic disease such as multiple sclerosis . For example, people with MS can have a wide variety of symptoms that limit their ability to perform daily activities. Home care, including personal support, is vital, but costly, and access can be limited to only a few hours a week.
I have heard countless stories from family caregivers who have experienced pride, personal growth and strengthened family relationships because of their role. We found there are four simple tools that can help support and prepare caregivers so they can achieve the positive aspects of caregiving.Many family members reported that finding ways to exercise helps their own wellbeing and also helps alleviate depression or anxiety symptoms.
These are simple solutions but are often not prioritized or provided to caregivers, at least not in a coordinated way. As health-care researchers and clinicians, we must recognize that the wellbeing of caregivers and their care recipients is highly interdependent. Our health and social care systems must develop capacity to assess and monitor caregiver wellbeing so that we can intervene before crisis situations arise.
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