10 Tips for Caring for the Family Caregiver

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National Family Caregivers Month begins today. Supporting a loved one with a serious mental illness is important, but it is also critical for caregivers to make time to prioritize their own wellbeing. Check out these tips, courtesy of Caregiver Action Network.

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1. Seek support from other caregivers. 2. Take care of your own health! 3. Accept offers of help and suggest specific things people can do. 4. Be an advocate in the doctor's office! 5. Rest often, caregiving is hard work.
6. Watch out for warning signs of depression. 7. Be open to new technologies that can help. 8. Keep medical information organized. 9. Make sure legal documents are in order. 10. Remember to give yourself credit.