Caring for someone after a critical illness takes a team. Let’s break down who can help and how:
TIP
Keep a running list of needs as they come to you. Share the list with your village.
- Family & Friends
- Motivate rehabilitation
- Help with meals and do laundry
- Provide companionship
- Personal Care Assistants
- Help with bathing and toileting
- Prepare meals
- Do light cleaning
- Community Organizations
- Arrange transportation
- Modify home for safety
- Connect to support groups
- Provide low-cost medical equipment
RESPITE
Area Agencies on Aging often offer respite services, such as day programs at Senior Centers and transportation options. Ask your social worker for information on available respite services in your area.