For some reason, you’re stepping in to provide the care your parents need. Whether your mom had a stroke or your dad’s dealing with severe arthritis pain, they need you. In the process of building a care plan that meets their needs, it’s easy to overlook self-care. If you’re not taking care of yourself, you risk burning out or suffering from your own health issues. What happens then? It’s time to put self-care in their care plan to make sure everyone’s needs are covered and that you hire home care assistance providers to step in.

Things You Shouldn’t Ignore

Home Care Assistance Kingsburg CA – Home Care Assistance: Room for Self-Care as a Family Caregiver

One of the most common issues with family caregivers is that they stop scheduling their appointments to focus on their parents’ care. Your mom has anemia and has to go see her doctor every three months for blood tests to check her iron levels. Between that and your dad’s therapy appointments, you feel like you’re always in a medical office.

You stop trying to fit in appointments for yourself. Even if you have the time, you don’t like leaving your mom or dad in the waiting room. You can’t leave them alone. It’s easier to skip your appointments, but that’s risky if there’s something wrong. Catching medical issues early is always better.

Also, don’t miss out on chances to socialize. Mental and physical health is better when you’re social. Loneliness and isolation can be detrimental. Leave time each week to go out with friends, enjoy a date night with a significant other, or play games with your kids.

Discuss Your Needs With Others in the Family

If you’re not an only child, do your brothers or sisters help out? If they’re close enough to help out, they should do as much as they can. Even offering to stop and pick up groceries each week can save you a lot of time.

Talk about the things they could do to help you out. If they refuse, that’s on them. At that point, turn to the home care assistance providers.

Take Breaks By Hiring Home Care Assistance Aides

Always leave room in the schedule for the breaks you need to focus on your care needs. Home care assistance services like respite care send caregivers to assist your parents while you’re away. You might want a few days off to go on vacation and unwind.

Take time off to catch up on medical and dental appointments. Make sure your self-care plan includes days for socializing with friends. Finally, use home care assistance services when you’re not feeling well and need to have time to recuperate. Call to learn more about respite care.

If you or an aging loved one are considering Home Care Assistance Services in Kingsburg CA, please contact the caring staff at Everlight Home Care today. Call us at 559-353-2847.

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Gina Kendall

Gina Kendall has over 25 years of work experience serving the aging and the disabled. Her extensive experience in care and management began as a Social Services Coordinator in skilled nursing facilities. While working in this capacity, she became aware of the need for, and the importance of, good, quality, home care. Gina worked with families to keep their loved ones home and avoid a return visit to the hospital. As she continued her career of service, she began working with the disabled population helping to expand and improve their independence throughout all aspects of life.

This combination of experiences has afforded Gina a unique view of the needs of the aging and the disabled and how to best serve those needs in a home setting.

Gina’s Central Valley roots run deep. She earned her BA degree from Fresno State in 1993 and has lived and worked in Fresno for the past 20 years. In addition to raising her family in Fresno, she is actively involved in her local church and is a volunteer for various local community organizations.

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