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The Caregiver's Creed 
 
 
 
      If you are unsure of your abilities or commitment to being a caregiver, or you are not sure of what you need, or you believe  
        you would benefit from a care assessment, email us at careliving@mail.com or call 928.234.5449. However, if you have
            made the decision to care for a loved one needing assistance,  the Caregiver's Creed below will provide you with
              a summary of issues, demands, pitfalls and concerns that beset all caregivers.  To be an effective caregiver, be
                  honest and true to yourself, as the creed suggests, and your relationship with your loved one will flourish.
 
 
  • I take care of myself.  I know that if I am not healthy and sound, I cannot care for another person effectively.

 

 

  • I accept that caregiving involves an incredible range of emotions, from anger to joy, from resentment to compassion. 

              I accept that my feelings are not right nor wrong. And they are as natural and unavoidable as breathing.

              I have the right to receive consideration, affection, forgiveness and acceptance from my loved one as long as I

              offer these qualities in return.

 

 

  • I ask for and accept help willingly.  I involve my family, friends and the community in the care of my aging

              loved one. I understand that it's not my role to do it all, nor is it best for my loved one.

 

 

  • I actively seek out information that can help me as a caregiver.  I recognize that information is empowering.

 

 

  • I respect the preferences and decisions of the older adult I'm caring for.  I extend to my loved one the dignity and

              courtesy I would wish to receive if the tables were turned.  I have the right to reject any attempt by my loved one

              ( either conscious or unconscious ) to manipulate me through guilt, anger or depression.

 

 

  • I recognize that change - good and bad - is a natural part of caregiving for a senior. I remain flexible and open 

              to change.

 

 

  • I celebrate the small successes and allow myself to grieve the disappointments.  I share my feelings with those

              who can empathize.

 

 

  • I am mindful of my own needs and I guard my rights as a caregiver.  I do not allow my caregiver's role to

              overwhelm the other aspects of my life.

 

 

  • I forgive myself my shortcomings and I congratulate myself for the effort and love I put into my caregiving.