Take care of yourself first
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Stressed? It’s not just you
Caring for a tired or exhausted Heart Failure patient can leave you exhausted, too. Caregivers aged 50+ are more likely to report stress than those in the same age bracket in the general population.
The challenge to your own health
Caregivers of people with Heart Failure have reported high stress, depression symptoms, and poor physical and emotional health. The fact is, you can’t be a great caregiver unless you’re also looking after yourself.
You’re likely to find advice and support through the American Heart Association. Look for the Caregivers' section ↗ of their website. Get to know the Caregiver Action Network ↗ (formerly the National Family Caregivers Association). And consider joining a caregivers' support group.