Coping with Role Overload

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Ask for help and accept it.
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Set up respite care on a regular basis.
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Make a list of all the support people that are able to help you out, such as other children, parents, neighbors, and friends.
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Make a list of the tasks that could be done by other people, such as providing care or running errands.
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Find out about the home health care services in your area.
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Talk to a trusted friend or family member.
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Encourage your loved one to do as much for themselves as possible. This will not only help you, but help your loved one to feel more in control.
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Give yourself permission to grieve the losses in your life that you experience.
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Learn to say "no" to things you do not want to do or that are not really necessary.
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Take care of yourself.
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Eat a well-balanced diet.
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Drink enough water and other fluids.
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Exercise regularly.
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Go to regular checkups at the doctor and dentist.