Health and Care for Caregivers

This page offers resources for the health and well being of Caregivers. If you are a caregiver of a person with disabilities, it is recognized that you have embarked on one of the most important things you will ever do, but often with the primary focus of health and well being on the individual receiving care and the strain of being a caregiver, the caregiver's own health and well being can be jeopardized. The following resources offer information on assisting caregivers in their own health and care.
New Horizons Un-limited is not endorsing and assumes no responsibility in guaranteeing the products, services, programs or conditions as described. If you are interested in a resource listed below, call or contact the resource to verify the current situation. Evaluate the information, analyze your unique circumstances, use your best judgement and make your own decisions when using the information. Before making any change, consult your health care professional.

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New Sign American Heart Association: Caregiver Support offers this section on their website for caregivers. Concerned with the health and well being of the caregiver, this website offers tips on keeping oneself healthy during the journey of caregiving for another individual. Click on "Top 10 Caregiver Tips for Maintaining Health and Well-Being" all geared toward keeping the caregiver healthy and paying attention to one's own needs during the journey of caregiving.

New Sign Today's Caregiver Caregiver Media Group is a provider of information, support and guidance for family and professional caregivers. Founded in 1995, they produce Today's Caregiver magazine, the first national magazine dedicated to caregivers, Caregiving books, Custom publications, the Fearless Caregiver Conferences. Caregiver Media Group and all of our products and services are developed for caregivers, about caregivers and by caregivers. Visit the website for more information.

New Sign Family Caregiver Alliance: Caring for Yourself includes strategies and support for your well-being as a caregiver.

New Sign National Institute on Aging: Caregiving: Taking Care of Yourself: Tips for Caregivers offers this section on the website for caring for the caregiver. Several topics and articles on caring for your health including a self-assessment questionnaire.

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