Who Cares for the Caregiver? Why Rest and Respite Matter
Who Cares for the Caregiver? Why Rest and Respite Matter Caring for someone you love can be deeply meaningful. It can also be exhausting. Many family caregivers rarely say that out loud. There is always something to do. Medication to remember. Meals to prepare. Appointments to arrange. Nights when you sleep lightly because you are listening for movement in the next room. And somewhere in all of that, your own wellbeing can quietly move to the bottom of the list. As we mark World Humanitarian Day on 19 August , we recognise people who give their time, energy and compassion in the service of others. We should also remember the people doing this quietly, every day, within their own families. Caring does not mean doing everything yourself Needing rest does not mean you care less. Respite care gives family caregivers time away from their caring responsibilities while their loved one continues to receive safe, compassionate support. That might mean a few hours to attend an appointm...