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Understanding Caregivers

Taking care of others can be rewarding but stressful. Are you getting the support you need?

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Taking care of others can be rewarding but stressful. Are you getting the support you need?

If you’re a caregiver for a parent, child, spouse or another adult with a disease or disability, you’re not alone. More than 60 million Americans provide full- or part-time unpaid care for family members with dementia, stroke, cancer, disabilities, mental illness and other special needs.

Being a caregiver can be a very positive experience that makes your life more fulfilling. It can also put a real strain on you. In addition to fulfillment, you may have feelings of anger, resentment, frustration, stress, exhaustion, failure, isolation or sadness.

Studies show that caregivers who are under a strain are more likely to have headaches, back problems, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and gain weight. It could compromise your immune system or even shorten your life. Caregivers may also battle stress, depression and substance use.

How Pine Rest Can Help

For immediate 24/7 help, call our hospital Contact Center at 800.678.5500. To schedule a new outpatient appointment, call 616.258.7500 or 866.852.4001.

Being a caregiver can impact your physical, mental and financial well-being. If you are feeling overwhelmed by stress, depression or difficult emotions, we can help. Pine Rest’s highly trained clinicians provide professional services with compassion and understanding. Our network of outpatient clinics throughout Michigan can help you adopt new strategies for staying physically, spiritually and mentally healthy.

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Tips & Info From Our Experts

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