Finding Support, Balance, and Peace of Mind as a Caregiver

Find support and guidance as you navigate this important role.

Caring for your family member is an act of love, but it also comes with unique challenges. It’s important to recognize that being a good caregiver doesn't mean sacrificing your own needs or navigating the care process alone. The resources below can help you better advocate for yourself and implement self-care strategies to avoid burnout. Grow your confidence and feel supported as a caregiver—even as your role evolves.

Explore strategies for managing work, family, and caregiving responsibilities.

As your family member's caregiving needs grow, it can put tremendous strain on your personal life, career, and physical health. Striking a healthy balance will help you prevent caregiver burnout, which harms both you and the family member you support. Explore the resources below to assess your stress levels, learn self-care techniques, and find nearby support groups to ensure you remain resilient and healthy throughout this journey.

Learn how to support a family member with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. 

Caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia requires specialized knowledge and immense patience. These resources and advice address the specific needs associated with cognitive decline. Explore resources, including A Caregiver’s Guide to Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, designed to help you confidently manage this complex care while prioritizing patience and understanding.

Create a plan for supporting your family member—even from a distance.

Living far away poses certain challenges, but you are still an important part of your family member’s support system and can continue to support them by coordinating their needs and keeping friends and family informed. This resource gives you practical tips and insights for maintaining consistent support and remaining a confident, informed participant in their well-being. 

Get all of your family members on the same page about senior living.

Bringing up the topic of senior living to family and friends can be difficult—often met with resistance, fear, or hesitation. Approaching the conversation with empathy, preparedness, and clear facts about the benefits of a senior living community will help you and your family gain confidence as you navigate this decision. To make the conversation easier, these resources provide guidance on how to frame the discussion and ensure your family member feels heard and respected. 

Support your family member with a seamless transition to senior living.

The transition to a senior living community is about more than just packing boxes; it's about helping your family member feel comfortable and at ease in their new residence and routine. Having a clear plan and knowing what to expect during those first few weeks can make the move far less stressful and help them feel settled quickly. These resources offer guidance on navigating the emotional aspects of the move.

Learn about the resources available at Cedarhurst, such as the Pair to Prepare^® program, to help you and your family member settle in quickly and successfully connect with their new community.

Compare the quality of care at home with that in senior living communities.

Early in your senior living search, you may be comparing at-home care to the services and support available at a senior living community. While a community provides safety, social connection, and centralized amenities, in-residence care typically focuses only on medical assistance.

These resources help you compare the two options side by side so you can make an informed decision about the care path that makes the most sense for your family member.