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The University of Maine

2004

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Men Provide Care To Relatives Also: Family Fact Sheet #6, Eastern Agency On Aging, University Of Maine Center On Aging, Aroostook Area Agency On Aging, Senior Spectrum, Rosscare, Norumbega Medical, Horizons Health Services, Indian Township Tribal Health Center, Bucksport Regional Health Center May 2004

Men Provide Care To Relatives Also: Family Fact Sheet #6, Eastern Agency On Aging, University Of Maine Center On Aging, Aroostook Area Agency On Aging, Senior Spectrum, Rosscare, Norumbega Medical, Horizons Health Services, Indian Township Tribal Health Center, Bucksport Regional Health Center

Maine Center on Aging Service and Consultation

Some male caregivers may feel overlooked or face discrimination in regard to being a family caregiver. Many must learn new tasks, feel lonely, and experience health problems, yet do not seek outside help. As a male caregiver, it is important to care for yourself as well. Self-care, support groups, and other resources may help in these scenarios. By contacting your Area Agency on Aging, you can discover services available for male caregivers.