There are so many benefits to providing care for a senior loved one at home: a strengthened relationship and bond, the satisfaction that comes from knowing you’re making a difference in someone’s life through a challenging time. While incredibly rewarding, however, family caregivers will be quick to tell you that it’s not all roses and sunshine! The truth is, caregiving can be overwhelming, exhausting, isolating, and stressful. And if caregivers aren’t taking care of themselves, they’re at risk for caregiver burnout, depression, and other serious health concerns.
One great way to find help is through family caregiver support groups. The referred care providers at American, Advocate, and Whitsyms In-Home Care have outlined some of the key benefits below:
- The chance to vent in a nonjudgmental environment and receive compassion, empathy, and understanding
- An opportunity to learn better, healthier coping skills
- The ability to improve upon existing caregiving skills
- A sense of regaining control and empowerment
- Tips and advice to help ensure seniors can remain at home longer
- Reduced isolation, loneliness, anxiety, and depression
- Validation of feelings and experiences
- And many others
There are a number of both in-person and virtual family caregiver support groups available. Find one that best meets your needs through:
- The nearest hospital or community center
- Disease-specific organizations, such as the Alzheimer’s Association, Parkinson’s Foundation, American Cancer Society, or National Stroke Association
- Your local Area Agency on Aging
- Local faith communities
The referred Florida senior care experts at American, Advocate, and Whitsyms In-Home Care are also a great resource for family caregivers. A referred care professional can partner with family caregivers to assist with a variety of in-home care needs for seniors, freeing up time for family members to take the time they need for self-care. Some of the many tasks we can assist with include:
- Socialization and companionship for enjoyable activities and outings
- Planning and preparing nutritious meals
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Running errands
Reach out to us any time for the support you need by professionals you can trust. Just click on the link below to the location that is closest to you.
- American In-Home Care – Serving North, Central, and West Coast of Florida
- Advocate In-Home Care – Serving Southeast and Southwest Florida
- Whitsyms In-Home Care – Serving Southeast and Southwest Florida
State of Florida License and Registration Numbers: 30211518, 30211651, 30211295, 30211390, 30210978, 30211293, 30211382, 30211504, 30211733, 30211535, 30211531, 30211710, 30211709, 30211045, 5661
