One of the many things caregivers have in common guilt. Generally, it's unearned guilt. We haven't done enough. We could do something better. We are imperfect caregivers. So? We are human.
There isn't a person on earth who can guess another person's needs and respond exactly right every time. If you add physical ailments and mental issues such as Alzheimer's or other dementias to our messy lives, well, our best intentions will often be at least slightly off the mark.
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Be an Advocate Despite trying their best, hospital staff are often overworked and understaffed. During your visit, try to act as an advocate for your loved one by being willing to walk to the nurse's station to ask questions if needed. Reader's...
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