Keep Caring
If your loved one is now in a skilled nursing facility, your role as caregiver has changed.
Here are some ways to continue to love well:
Care for your loved one:
• Increase your feelings of control over your loved one's care by going to care plan meetings. Introduce yourself to the staff. Ask lots of questions. • Make your own integrated care plan. Bring family members and friends to the nursing home. Visit with your loved one. Help him or her get involved in activities. Prepare your loved one's mid-morning snack. It can be stored on the unit and served even when you can't be there.
Care for yourself:
• Keep a journal where you can express your feelings. Visit our section on Journal Writing under Staying Connected. • Join a local or an on-line support group.
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