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Caregivers

Posted by: Patient Services Team on May 23, 2011 at 1:37PM UEDT

This week we’ll be discussing the role of a caregiver and providing information and resources on the topic.

We hear stories from caregivers from all over the country. If you are a caregiver, we understand that while each of your loved ones face a different set of challenges, your stories share a common thread.

No one is ever prepared for the diagnosis of a brain tumor.
Navigating the health care system and finding the necessary resources doesn’t come easy. This is especially shocking when it is the first major health crisis in your family or circle of friends.
Serving as a primary caregiver can include wearing many hats: the provider, the financial planner, the driver, the listener, and the advocate.
It sometimes means taking baby steps – one task or decision at a time to manage all of the things coming your way.
Moments of peace and happiness come from unexpected places.

To all of the caregivers that are reading this: your job is demanding, so valuable, and sometimes underappreciated. Please share some of your pearls of wisdom with the community.

What tips do you have for others? Do you have suggestions for how other caregivers can care for themselves?

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