Are We Prepared For The Care Giver Role?

Thoughtful and clear headed preparation always minimizes stress. Prevention and preparation work hand in hand. Sometimes we can prevent things from being worse. At other time we can prepare for the worst. Always we can embrace the way things are as an opportunity for growth.

Whenever I am in the midst of a health care crisis, I recall my grandmother. The lady was such a skilled care giver and a strong person. The fact is she grew strong as a result of trials by fire. A husband who had a lifelong battle with illness and seven children. All her children experienced illness and one that died of a childhood ailment. Extended family relied on her skills as did neighbors and friends. My grandmother was also skilled at preventing illness and was quick to make sure a small matter did not become a big one. It was with a combination of prevention and preparation.

Today we have many more tool;s to practice the art of care giver. Both prevention and preparation are easier then when our grandparents.

The following are items or publications that help with preparation and prevention: