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by sharadov 1692 days ago
Are you the only caregiver? If you are, and can afford to hire or have friends and family help please do so. The caregiver needs breaks , you need to pay attention to yourself. My dad took an entire year off to take care of my mom when she had cancer Unfortunately, despite us telling him, he would never leave her side ( we were fortunate to have people who were willing to come and help out). He was completely burnt out, and her death was in some ways a relief, he started eating better, and taking care of himself. ( I could not help since I was living in another country and had a young family myself). Therapy helps too, or just talking to people and being kind to yourself.