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Getting Help & Setting Expectations

About 30% of caregivers have said that they need help keeping the person they care for safe. You may feel overwhelmed but still reluctant to ask for help. And you may feel like you have to do everything yourself. Being realistic about what you can and can't do is important both for yourself and for others involved. The truth is, many of your friends and family wouldn't mind helping, but just don't know what you need.

Here are some tips on how to ask for help, where you might find help, and how to set expectations.

COVID-19: Caring for Someone Who Is Sick

Most people who get COVID-19 will recover with time and home care. Here are some things to know if you're caring for someone who's sick.

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This Vela Learn worksheet helps a caregiver identify their caregiver team that can be called on for support in times of need.

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How to prepare to go to the Emergency Room with someone who has Dementia

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Understanding Urinary Tract Infections.

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Being prepared when someone who has dementia is discharged from the hospital

Caring for Someone with Dementia: Asking the Doctor for a Diagnosis

How to ask the doctor for a diagnosis

Caring for Someone with Dementia: Managing Sexually Inappropriate Behavior

Managing Sexually Inappropriate behaviors with someone  with Dementia

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