Although family as caregivers is a "no-fault" disease, it's important to remember that the disease is not your fault. Instead of trying control others, try to create a legacy. You will find tips on how to manage the disease and your family’s role as caregivers. We'll be looking at different ways caregivers can bring meaning to their lives. We will also cover how to avoid the most frequent pitfalls.
Caregiving in a disease that is "no-fault."
Family members often play a primary role in caring for someone with mental illness. They can feel upset, frustrated, or even dismayed when they are involved in the care of ill family members. People often feel guilt and resentment as the illness is "no-fault". Families can help their loved ones cope by joining self-help groups as well as special meetings run by family associations.
Blaming others
You might be called a "bad caregiver" if you are a family caregiver. Perhaps your caregiver role isn't meeting expectations. Perhaps you feel undervalued or stressed, while your care recipient feels ignored. However, the truth is that caregivers could be suffering from chronic illness. You may feel constant worry and stress. You will feel worse than ever if you blame other family caregivers.
Legacy Building
It can be powerful to create a legacy in order to remember and honor a loved one who has recently passed. The interventionists lead patient-family caregiver dyads through a process of collaborative planning and evaluation. These caregivers help patients and their family members to understand what is important and to make sure they are able to resolve problems.
Legacy activities are different methods of documenting and reviewing your life. They can include a photograph, hand mold, artwork, or something else that the family will enjoy. Some activities can either be planned in advance, such a photo album. Others can be spontaneous like family outings. These activities are not only important for the aging family member, but also for other members of the family.