It is critical that you accept that care for the caregiver is not selfish at all, rather, it is absolutely essential. You have most likely heard the adage, “life is what happens while you are making plans.” Never is this more poignant than when a family member is facing a period where they will need care, perhaps at an increasing level and for the rest of their life.
This article explores the challenges a caregiver faces: emotionally, physically, and financially. It also explores how some of these challenges can be addressed, or at least mitigated to some degree.