Caring for a loved one strains even the most resilient people. If you’re a caregiver, take steps to preserve your own health and well-being.
By Mayo Clinic Staff
As the population ages, more people are doing caregiving. About 1 in 3 adults in the United States is an informal or family caregiver.
A caregiver is anyone who helps another person in need. A person in need might be an ill spouse or partner, a child with a disability, or an aging friend or relative.
Caregivers report higher levels of stress than do people who are not caregivers. It’s important for caregivers to know that they, too, need help and support.
