{"id":260,"date":"2021-07-28T15:01:32","date_gmt":"2021-07-28T15:01:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/okseniorlaw.com\/?p=260"},"modified":"2021-08-11T15:03:20","modified_gmt":"2021-08-11T15:03:20","slug":"is-a-family-caregiver-the-right-decision","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/okseniorlaw.com\/is-a-family-caregiver-the-right-decision\/","title":{"rendered":"Is a Family Caregiver the Right Decision?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Family caregivers are truly unsung heroes. They volunteer to provide physical and emotional care for their elderly, ill and\/or disabled loved ones without fanfare or pay. According to the National Alliance for Caregiving, nearly\u00a044 million<\/a>\u00a0Americans provided unpaid care to a dependent loved one last year. These are parents, adult children, spouses, and even friends and neighbors of dependent people who do not have the luxury of relying on relatives.<\/p>\n

While laudable, it is important to recognize that family caregiving is an enormous responsibility with many potential pitfalls, even for the most committed and compassionate family members. For example, if you are considering stepping into the role of a family caregiver, first ask yourself if you are qualified. It is one thing to provide assistance with meal preparation, bathing and getting dressed, but dependents with serious health conditions or mental illness may require professional help.<\/p>\n

In any case, consulting with an elder law attorney who is a caregiving expert and experienced legal professionals can help develop strategies and plans to support your specific needs. Let us share two initial questions to consider:<\/p>\n