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Monday, November 17, 2008
Caring for a family member is a labor of love but…
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Caring for a sick or disabled family member can be a full-time job and then some.
Yet a recent Johns Hopkins study found that most family caregivers seldom rely on support groups or respite care for themselves. Most get no training for the demanding tasks they take on. And many have to juggle caregiving with paying jobs and the needs of their own families.
But it’s a labor of love, the study shows. Most of those surveyed said they found their role rewarding despite the emotional, physical and financial strain.
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