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The Healthcare Team Includes The Caregiver: Family Fact Sheet #3, 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
The Healthcare Team Includes The Caregiver: Family Fact Sheet #3, 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
As an informal caregiver to an older relative, it is important to properly communicate information in order to ensure the best possible care of this individual. Open discussion between the physician and the informal caregiver will allow for the best possible options to be chosen in regard to treatment and cost.
Intimacy: Family Fact Sheet #4, 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
Intimacy: Family Fact Sheet #4, 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
As a family caregiver takes on new roles, family patterns may be altered. One hidden cost to caregiving is measured in emotional exchange. Loss of sexual and emotional intimacy is not uncommon. Touch establishes connect, reassurance, safety, or relaxation. As a family caregiver, if you are experiencing issues with intimacy, you may find it helpful to discuss this with your physician.