Caregivers give so much of themselves when caring for a family member or friend that they often neglect their own physical, mental, and emotional health. In an effort to provide the best care possible for your senior loved one, you may be sacrificing your own well being. It is difficult for a caregiver to recognize when they are on the verge of depression, so they do not describe themselves as being depressed. You may attribute the change in your emotional health to lack of sleep, fatigue, overwork, or family situations, but not depression. It is a known fact that caregivers do get depressed, but seldom seek help. Philadelphia Home Care has some tips for the caregivers;
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