Caregiver's Bill of Rights

Mid-East Area Agency on Aging

Caregiver's

Bill of Rights

As a caregiver I have the right..

To take care of myself - to rest when tired, to eat well, to take breaks from care giving when I need them.

To recognize the limits of my own endurance and strength.

To seek help from family, involved parties, and the community at large.

To socialize, maintain my interest, and do things I enjoy.

To acknowledge my feelings, whether positive or negative, including frustration, anger, and depression; and to express them in a healthy manner.

To take pride in the valuable work I do, and to applaud the courage and strength it takes to meet the needs of my loved one.

Take time for yourself

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Support Teams

For more information on services and resources click here to go to Eastern North Carolina Youth, Adults, Senior's Portal at www.answersforyou.org

For more information contact Sallie Williamson, Family Caregiver Resource Specialist at 252-974-1837 or by e-mail swilliamson@mideastcom.org

Grateful acknowledgement for this information to the NC Family Caregiver Support Program

Mid-East Commission Area Agency on Aging

1385 John Small Avenue - PO Box 1787

Washington, North Carolina 27889

04/29/08

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