ARTICLES / Caregiver / Twenty
Ways To Care for Caregivers /
Other ArticlesTwenty of the best tips and ideas
collected from Caregivers and care managers of the
Medicare Alzheimer's Project in Broward and Dade
Counties, Florida.
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Laugh about something everyday
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Take care of yourself physically.
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Eat a well-balanced diet.
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Talk with someone every day.
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Let family and friends help. Give them printed material
on memory disorders so they can better understand your
relative. Give them a chance.
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Give yourself permission to have a good cry. Tears
aren't a weakness, they reduce tension.
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Exercise. A brisk walk counts.
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Get adequate rest.
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Try a bowl of Cheerios and milk before bed to promote
sleep.
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Avoid noisy and/or tension-filled movies at night. The
late news itself can add to stress. Skip it.
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Reduce daily caffeine intake.
