ADVANCE CARE PLANNING (ACP)

 Caregivers play a vital role in the healthcare system, providing essential support to patients. However, the demands of caregiving can lead to significant stress and fatigue.

- Causes of Caregiver Fatigue -

• Emotional Stress: Watching a loved one struggle with health issues can be emotionally taxing.
• Physical Demands: Providing physical care can be exhausting, especially for caregivers of individuals with severe mobility issues.
• Lack of Personal Time: Caregivers often sacrifice their own needs, leading to burnout.

- Results of Caregiver Fatigue - 

• Exhaustion: Constant tiredness that does not improve with rest. Examples of of situations resulting in exhaustion include: Not being able to leave your loved one alone and  chronic sleep disturbances.  
• Illness: You experience flare ups, inflammation or other conditions related to increased stress and fatigue.
• Irritability: Increased frustration or anger.
• Withdrawal: Loss of interest in activities previously enjoyed.
• Indecision: Difficulty in making decisions about the care your loved one receives.
• Loneliness: You feel isolated and alone.
• Emotional dysregulation: Uncontrollable tearfulness or crying.  

You do not need to suffer alone.  To be assessed for caregiver fatigue, please contact our team now for resources and guidance.