Caregiving
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Caregiving With Confidence
Caring for the Caregiver
Taking time for yourself, even for a short period, can provide perspective and bolster your reserves.
by K.J. Bannan
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Spouses of Cancer Patients Have Greater Risk of Psychiatric Disorders
Mental health support in the wake of a cancer diagnosis often doesn’t extend to spouses.
by Karon Warren
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Caregiving With Confidence
Creating Calm in Chaos
A prepacked bag of essential and not-so-essential items can provide structure and comfort to people with cancer during treatment.
by K.J. Bannan
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Sound Advice
What options do caregivers have for taking time away from work?
An expert shares tips for taking time off from a job to spend time caring for a loved one.
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Caregiving With Confidence
Nurture a Circle of Support
Leaning on others can help to make you a better caregiver.
by K.J. Bannan
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Sound Advice
How Do I Set Boundaries for Visitors?
My father has been struggling with people asking to visit him often. How do I set boundaries for visitors without making anyone feel bad? JANE DABNEY: The first thing to keep in mind is that people generally mean well. They don’t want to disrupt the life of the person with cancer or you as a […]
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Caregiving With Confidence
Learning Your Limits
As a caregiver, you want to be there for your loved ones, but it's also necessary to take time for yourself.
by K.J. Bannan
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Sound Advice
How Can I Schedule Time for Caregiving?
Patrice Heinz from the National Alliance for Caregiving offers advice for arranging your schedule to meet the needs of a loved one with cancer.
by Patrice A. Heinz
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Caregiving With Confidence
A Crash Course in Cancer
Caregivers can act as teachers and liaisons for their loved ones. Here’s how they can quickly get up to speed on cancer.
by K.J. Bannan
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Caregiving With Confidence
What Are the Goals of Care?
It's never too early for caregivers to initiate discussions about treatment goals.
by K.J. Bannan
