Don’t be afraid, embarrassed, shy or too proud to ask for help! Being a caregiver is demanding and it is difficult to go it alone.
Whenever possible, engage family members for help with specific tasks.
If you’re caring for a woman, you may be shopping for personal items such as underwear and feminine hygiene products. Ask a salesperson at the store or a female family member if you need help with fit or product advice. Continue reading →

How many male caregivers do you know? Are they husbands, sons, extended family or friends? Are they caregivers to the elderly or to those with cancer, multiple sclerosis, dementia or AIDS? I am curious to learn more about who they are, what they do and what they tell us about being caregivers. My curiosity about male caregivers stems from my own personal experiences, three of which I would like to share with you Continue reading →