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- My routine (daily) as a caregiver to a stroke survivor. I wanted to share my DITL as a full time stay at home family caregiver to my mother, who suffered a massive stroke in 2014. I demonstrate my morning, afternoon, evening, and night time routine that surrounds my responsibilities as a caregiver to my Mom in our home. I also share our journey of stroke recovery and life as a caregiver in my weekly blogs ("VarietDEE Vlogs", because there's so much variety in each vlog). It's another way you can take a peek into our daily life as a family caregiver creating balance and happiness. I hope this gives you encouragement, faith, and HOPE in your situation. Please check out my caregiver series and vlogs for more of a glimpse into a caregiver's life. If you are a caregiver and this helps in some sort of way, please like, subscribe, and SHARE with others who may benefit from watching. As long as I can help others who can relate to this journey of ours, I will continue to add to my caregiving series: Caregiving to a Stroke Survivor. #caregiving #caregiverlife #deelovelylife
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The fact that you wake up to turn your mother in between sleeps is just.... Beyond amazing. You're doing a very great job. I pray great things will always be in your way.
Oh thank you so much!
I own a agency and at times I will run into a client who is so organized, and attentive to there parents. This brought so much joy to me to see you caring for your mom, this way.
Thank you very much for saying that. I hear that a lot from in home health reps, and other healthcare professionals. We take great care of mom!
Hi, I am my mother’s care taker as well. We have similar daily routines. It is important to take time for ourselves as well. It’s really nice seeing another daughter take care of her mom. I really enjoyed this video. God bless!
So true! I hope you check out my other vlogs and caregiving videos!
It's really good to see people care for their loved ones in this way. I'm only 17 and around February my mother lost most of her strength in her left arm and leg so I had to start taking care of her. My brothers and dad have a job and my dad helps a lot with bathing her so I don't have to but my brothers don't do much except go fetch things for her from the store when she asks them to. Whenever she asks them to do a lot of things they mostly tell her to ask me which really makes me feel like someone's maid instead of a caregiver. Some days I let my mental issues get the best of me and I complain about the littlest things like the dishes piling up so fast or constantly having to take out the trash and do everyone's laundry. I barely have energy for anything else and I feel so guilty for sometimes wishing that I was elsewhere. I don't get along well with my mother anyway as she's always been demanding and controlling even before she had this injury. So I'm feeling trapped I guess. It's just a really unbearable feeling sometimes when she constantly plays the victim. It's very tough and my patience is running out. Any tips for how to stay motivated?
I completely understand every statement you shared. I believe all caregivers can truly relate. Try to find a support group somewhere. There are plenty of them on Facebook, private groups just for caregivers. You could receive a lot of support from others on there, and a great resource for help as well. I used to roll my eyes when people to told me to take care of myself first, but as time went by they're absolutely right!! I found something for myself every single day to escape if it's only 5 minutes, to an hour. Sleep when they sleep. You should watch my video about tips for caregivers. I go over that. I hope you stay well, and find some me time for yourself. What you are doing is a gift, and very appreciated (even if you don't see that right now.). Take care!
You are such a good daughter! God will bless you for the way you honor your mother. I am a family caregiver to my mom and dad, mainly IADLs, but with my dad I give him physical therapy, and now respiratory therapy. My mom helps me as well with sharing duties. I sometimes need to take a break myself so I walk, pray, and meditate, and do scrapbooking when I get a chance. My mom and I play Scrabble every night. My parents are in their 80s and I am 49. I live with them. Please make more caregiving videos like these. I enjoy them!
Thank you so much! Check out the playlists I’ve created! Plus, I’m always sharing in my weekly vlogs. I haven’t played scrabble in a long time. We usely play Yahtzee! Sounds like you’re making and doing your best, and that’s really all it!😃
@@DeeLovelyLife I will check out those playlists. Just discovered your channel and am a new subscriber. Take care!
My father had 3rd stroke i dont know where my life go.feel overwhelmed and tired and afraid what will happen again.
I cant have normal days like my age people im 28 my friends are enjoying.i envy the normals days. But i love my dad i do whatever i can do to him.
That’s understandable. I’m sorry. Being afraid is the worse and helpless feeling we experience as their caregiver. Take one day at a time. Don’t over think it. Do what you can. In time, I hope you find a healthy balance. Hugs to you!
Perfect example of what it means to be a CAREGIVER. And wonderful that she has her own daughter to help with her needs. Bless you all and great video.
You are so kind!
This video brought tears to my eyes. God bless you and your family. I only have my dad left and I love him so much. I know that I will need to be there for him, as I would also hope my kids would be there for me one day. Family is so important.
Such a lovely video and gave me such a good perspective of what it means to be a passionate caregiver. I am new to caregiving and this video has been so useful. I would love more videos like these :)
That's a wonderful thing you're doing to be a caregiver!! Glad you found my channel. There's a link in description box for caregiving related videos. Hope you subscribe!
This would be more relaxing without music...😉 thanks for sharing your routine from one care taker to another. Never realized the challenges and support care takers need until I became one.
Ooooooooomg, this is so my routine EVERY single day! My dad suffered a major stroke on the left side of his brain on Sept 11, 2018 during Hurricane Irma. I am his full time caregiver, but I don’t get paid for it. I have vlogged our journey from day one being discrete at first, but slowly showing more and more of dad’s progress.
I was in the process of uploading a vlog today and choosing a title via analytics data....when I came across your video. I AM sitting here with my mouth open because our routines mirror each other to a T. I agave joined your channel and look forward to growing with you, I also laughed when you stated that you have to persuade your mom to watch your TV playlist. I go through the same with dad. 🤣😂😊
I'm so glad you found my channel. Sorry to hear about your Dad. Does he live with you? I'll have to check out your channel. I don't get paid for being her caregiver either. Which is fine. I'm getting so much more in return of her still being with us. It's difficult all the time, but we get a long so well. Laughter is always going on in our house.
you are great, I feel happy that your husband also is so helpful and kind to your mom, I would like to see more videos like this, your are wonderful
Thank you so much! I created a playlist for caregiving, and I have vlogs I share our journey on 😊 I hope you check them out!
Thank u for sharing your experience. I also am a caregiver for my Mother who also suffered a massive stroke in 2014. I understand the overwhelming challenges u are confronted with on a daily basis. The only difference is I am caregiving by myself which makes it even more challenging, however, I find a way to do it by myself one way or another. I just wanted to tell u that your video was very inspiring because I really don't have anyone to share my experiences with. Just like u, I too would act silly for my Mom just to make her smile everyday and so it was nice to see someone else do that too. We are a lot alike and it's just a good feeling to see someone doing the same thing as me and loving their Mom as much as I do. Thank u! God bless u! Sincerely, Michele
Hi Michele! We do seem like we're both in similar situations. I get the whole by yourself. For many years, I took on this role pretty much by myself since my husband worked midnights, slept during the day. I didn't get a relief caregiver until a few years back. But now that Covid is here, I'm back to myself with some help now from my husband. We do what we can. That's all we can do. I also do vlogs about the caregiver life and how I am with my mom if that is something you'd be interested in seeing. Like you, I wanted to see how others care for their stroke survivors. Take care!
@@DeeLovelyLife Thank u for your kind response. Now that I have found u, I will b following u when I can. You've been very helpful and inspirational as well. It's hard to find humans with humanand
Sorry my message didn't come thru completely. Anyway Humankindness is rare nowadays with Covid especially. Keep up the great work you've been doing for your Mom, other Caregivers, and anyone who is taking this same journey as we. Thx, Michele
Ironically my Moms Name is Dee!
Hats off to you. My wife is the live in caregiver to her grandma, we gave up our house and our life 3 years ago. No other family would help, we are now just shells of what we used to be.
Oh man, I hear ya on that one. You should then watch my vlogs of how my husband and I cope caregiving to my mom. Best wishes to you!
Very good organized caregiver!! I've been doing it for 25 years now. I love it. It's rewarding
It really is! Thank you!
I share caregiving full time with 3 sisters for both our parents. Dad 96 and Mom 92 (bed ridden after 2 strokes in 2016). This felt like I was watching my days minus the husband help. It's a hard job...but truly a labor of love. My dad has become grumpy n critical of our care for them...but God is so good to Me...I find strength in him. God bless you for caring for your Mommy. And thanks for video, it felt like Omg I'm not alone doing this.
Wow! You got your plate full for sure Rosa! I'm so glad you found my video. I have been vlogging ever since, sharing my journey as my mom's caregiver. It is a VERY challenging job. But, I feel the same as you, labor of love, an unconditional love. Hugs to you!!
Rosa Gonzalez What month of quarantine is this? I know all the caregivers are running out of ideas! Well, Jacquelyn is no no exception! Her and her mom had a quarantine club and it was LIT! Check out the full video ua-cam.com/video/ntV-qFqt7us/v-deo.html
@@bosespeaks111 this made my Day! Thanks for recommending! Girl most days I'm on wing & a prayer. I had to bathe moms for first time by myself today (she has no range of motion to even assist in anything 😢). I was able to do it but it was scary. Most days I do the routine stuff and try adding 1 fun thing like having Dad help me prep food, he loves feeling needed so I fake the struggle and have him "help me out", we go on walks I push mom and he races us on his mobility scooter. But same...running out of ideas. I guess just keep adding something different every day to make it seem different. 😊
That kind of care is priceless, especially from a loved one. What a daughter you are !!!
Yes, thank you Pat! I wouldn't do it any other way! Thank you for watching!!!
Your a true blessing to your mom!!! GOD BLESS YOU/ HUSBAND!!!❤
What a wonderful caregiver and daughter you are. It really warmed my heart to watch this video. You have a very sweet and loving nature, I bet you’ve been this way all your life. And watching your husband work with your mom was wonderful as well. God bless all of you.
Thank you so much DetroitGrrrl! My Mom really set the example of giving and love. I'm just lucky I'm her daughter :) Thank you so much for watching our journey!!!
You are so devoted, bless you and your mom!!❤
Thank you Emily!
Your love towards your Mom is a real inspiration. God bless you and your family.
Thank you so much! I've always had a close relationship with my mom before her stroke. We did a lot of things together, and talked on the phone everyday. I would of dropped everything for her, as I did. It's been a journey thus far, but I'm grateful she's still with us and I'm cherishing every day I have left with her.
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING YOUR DAILY ROUTINE ... GOD BLESS & BE BLESSED
Thank you! You too!
Thank you so much for this video. My mom-in-law had a stroke a couple of weeks ago. She was discharged on Monday and is with us. I've been looking for something to see how others handle situations like this. All I was finding were videos of elderly people living on their own or having paid help because the children were not living in the same area.
Thank you, thank you so so much. I feel encouraged in the midst of the overwhelm I feel since this is new to me, less than a week. I will be watching/listening to more videos as I go about doing what I have to do.
Edited my comment to add that I subscribed btw.
I’m so sorry about your MIL. Take one day at a time. It’s a learning process! I really think my video here will explain a lot!
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@@DeeLovelyLife Ok. I’ll check it out. Thanks for responding.
Amazing acts of love for your mother
Yes, unconditional! Thank you for watching!
Your husband is so caring too!!
I am my sister's caregiver. She is 69 and has dementia. I am her younger sister, age 62. I'm overwhelmed every day, I suffer with anxiety and insomnia and have to push myself every moment to take care of my sister's food. Her hygiene, her banking, her prescriptions, the grocery store, and although I would never abandon my sister, but what do you do when the caregiver needs a caregiver herself.
I find support somewhere, family, siblings, friends, whoever. You should also find a caregiver support group. There are so many online now! They really have a lot of resources, and a place where you can vent privately. If possible, find another caregiver for a few hours to get some relief for yourself. Hugs to you!!! I totally understand. FIND the time for yourself.
I totally understand you! I am my husband's caregiver. He's 58 (I'm 50) and had three strokes and is now basically paralyzed on his right side and severally visually impaired. I also have my fair share of health problems and also have to push myself to take care of my husband. When his elderly parents were still alive, I also had to manage their affairs and their caregiver.
I work as a home support worker caring for elderly people and adults with disabilities. I was also the primary caregiver for both my grandparents. I kept them at home as long as I could and would do it all over again for my parents. God bless you!!!
Oh wow!! Bless your ❤🙏
I am a caregiver myself this is informative thank you
You're welcome Karen!
My hats off to you. Thank you for caring for your Mom! I was my Mom's sole caregiver for years and I'm like you it was hard as hell but I wouldn't have wanted any other way. My Mom has been gone 2 yrs on tomorrow so this video touch me. Cherish your Mom forever 💜💜
Aww, thanks Trina. I"m so glad you were there for your mom too. I know she absolutely appreciated everything you had done for her. Take care!
You're amazing!! I'm doing my best here trying to take care of my partner we've been through a long 9 years of ups and downs. You really made my day seeing what you do for your mom. I hope I'll do a good job helping her when she needs me too!! Sending you some love hope you and your family is doing well with the pandemic
Thank you Joey! It is a long road, as you know taking care of your partner. I'm sure glad you found my channel. I like to share my journey with other caregivers who can also relate. Hope you continue to be strong and safe!
Oh dear u r doing a great job... God bless u.
Thank you so much! and thank you for stopping by.
what an amazing daughter you are I cared for my mum who had a massive stroke at 80 sadly she only lasted about 4 months that was 17yrs ago each time i watch your vlogs it brings it all back to me god bless you both x
Thank you for saying that Carole. I'm so sorry about your mom. Strokes are just cruel. Thank you for watching them. I'm moving forward to progress and keeping faith xo.
You and your husband are amazing, Lord continue to bless you and keep you.🥰💟
Thank you! You too!
You work so hard. Try to rest a little in the day . Your mum must really love you for it. I am just so thankful to God that I still have my darling husband even though life can be exhausting. He,s worth it. Thank you your video s are great Lol Margaret
Thank you Margaret. It is exhausting, and physically can be hard but I sleep when she sleeps. And thankfully, now a days she's sleeping pretty well throughout the night. Plus, not going in and out of hospitals etc is less work and stress. She's all worth it. I'm so blessed she's still with us.
you're amazing God bless you
You are so awsome.!!! My parents are getting to a age where they need some help. This video was very helpful. Thank ou and God bless you.
I'm so glad this video was helpful Rosie! That's why I decided to change my channel towards the life of a caregiver.
The love, attention, compassion and respect that you and your husband shower on Queen G is quite inspirational. Thank you!
Thank you so much for saying that. We try our best to enjoy every moment, no matter what.
Your husband is a great man! My dad is the same way. My mom is her full time caregiver, but my mom financially supports our family including my nana and helps my mom with anything she needs done and when she goes out with my nana.
That sounds wonderful Nicole! I'm so glad your dad is the same. It really makes a difference when you have more support!
I feel your “pain.” My sister and I cared for my mom her last couple of years. It was a journey. Thank you so much for sharing.
I know your mom lovingly appreciated all that you both done. A true gratifying love we can give to another ❤️🦋
I would consider myself a family weekend caregiver for my brother who has significant medical needs it’s so comforting to know I found you Dee planning on getting my CNA for my state in 2 years but I have had 4 plus or more years being a caregiver to my brother without state certification
Hi Ryan! That's great you are going for your CNA! ANNnnd I am so delighted you found my channel too!!
You are doing an amazing job caring for your mom! I know it's not an easy task. ❤️
It's the most difficult and tiring job without any days off, but it's all worth it that she's safe, comfortable, healthy, and making progress!
You are a great daughter!! Thank you for sharing, this made my day!!
Thank you for watching! I really wanted to share this with everyone who will watch. Totally shares the life of a full time in house caregiver. Have a great day!!!
Your mother is so lucky to have you as her daughter!! keep it up...greetings from Malta (Europe)
Wow!!! Marion from Europe! Sending you hugs and a wave hello your way! Thank you for watching and happy holidays!
Hello Dee, just came across your vlog while searching for info for dementia and elderly patients. My Dad has Parkinsons Plus and is age 83. Mom is also same age and very stressed with the changes in the behavior of my Dad. Although she has caregivers helping her take care of herself and my Dad, I am trying to find resources how to help them because I leave far from them. Your routine is sooooo organized and you are definitely one very loving, caring and devoted daughter to your mom. You are an amazing woman!!!! 👏👏👏👏 hats off to you and your husband👍👍👍
I am particularly amazed at how you planned your daily activities for your Mom. It is a very great piece of work! Hope you can share how you decided to make her schedule. Thanks in advance and don’t forget to take care of yourself too!
we can make our own as well.
Thank you so much for stopping by and sharing! Sounds like your mom surrounds herself with enough help. That's good! It takes a lot of planning and routine I've learned throughout the years! Hugs to you and good luck in your findings!
I don’t know how you do it. When I was my husbands primary caregiver in hospice I had to give him pain meds every 2 hours day & night. The nights were just awful, I was definitely losing it due to lack of sleep. I hope you are able to sleep a solid 7-8 hours sometime.
I can't remember the last time I got a solid 7-8 hours of sleep. Usually on the weekend I can get a full 6 hour, because my husband can fill in to relieve me during the night. I treasure those nights!!
Just right. Great review 😊
Thank you!
Your amazing. I have been taking care of my mom for 5 years. Its sometimes really hard. I'm tired, alot. I have diabetes, so trying to take care of my own health is hard.
Thanks Annette! Kuddos to you for taking care of your mom. Sending you strength your way!
Yeah its really hard I feel like why I have to do this when others enjoy.its really hard find the normal days like others.
Dee, you are amazing ! I am here from Sophia’s channel . You are a very special person. Blessings!
Yes I am a caregiver and I do love these videos. Hugs to you and your Mom xx
Thank you Yvonne, hugs right back to you!!!!!
I love your video. I am a caregiver, and too believe it's the most rewarding job anyone can have....not easy but rewarding.
Absolutely!! I totally agree!!! Hugs to you Betty!
You are a wonderful daughter.
ann buchanan Thank you Ann!
You are awesome! Great Daughter for sure:)💪🏻
You are so kind! Thanks so much!
This is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you.
I’m so happy you found my channel!!
Thank you so much! If I can be half as effective and organized as you, I'll be doing well. You've provided a structure and a level of confidence that says "Maybe I really can do this". Happy Holidays!
Thank you Mark! I'm sure you are doing just fine, and as well. Wishing you all the best! Remember, to take it day by day.
Ur an incredible person!
Thank you so much Destiny! I try!
When You Danced For Her. That’s Me 5 Days- 6 Days A Week At Work At My Home Health Job. I Laughed And Teared Up ☺️💛💛💛❤️
Amazing Love,! You are a blessing. Not everyone has a child like you.
Oh thank you Gayle! She's my mom, and I know she would of done the same for me.
You are an amazing daughter and caregiver🙂 God bless you
Thank you Steelers Girl! Thank you for watching and commenting! ;)
Amazing job,God will reward,am a care giver but looking after patients in their homes.
Thanks Justine! and thank you so much for all you do caring fo all those patients! That's a huge job right there too!
You and Jay are one great team! God bless
Your So Awesome ❤ God bless your family.
You're amazing😙love your video i am caregiver too proud to be one😘😘😇
Hi I am a caregiver for both my parents. God Bless! I have enjoyed your video!
First of all, Thank you for watching my video! I hope you join in and continue to watch my channel. I think the caregiving parts would be something you could relate to! Bless you for taking care of both of your parents!!! You're an Angel.
This is my life as a home health care aide. You're pretty much working my job minus the medical training...and operating medical procedures
Pretty much! Thank goodness for you!!
it's a medical nanny
I have applied for a In Home Care Provider position. I anticipate starting to work soon and would like to ask the following: Is in home care the same when providing care for an individual who suffers from a stroke or for a person who has dementia?
This really helped me in a way that’s hard to describe....thank you
I'm glad you found this video! My channel is all about the caregiver life. Hugs to you!!!
I like how simple the job looks but dont be fooled it can get hard. Sometimes it depends on yourself and/or the client but all is rewarding.
I think it totally depends on so many different levels for many. Of course it's never easy, but it can be done.
I just found your channel. I am also a full-time caregiver for my mom with memory loss. She is living with me & my husband. You do a wonderful job & so organized. You are a great daughter & have a supportive husband. Your mother is lucky to have you. Thank you for sharing. Can i ask where you got the pink pads for the bed? Have a great week..M🌻💌🙂..IreneK from COLORADO.
Hi Irene! Thank you so much for finding my channel! I wish you all the best taking care of your mom. I hope you enjoy my weekly vlogs, showcasing how I find caregiving and a balance. I purchased the bed pads on Amazon. There are so many on there to choose from.
What a wonderful daughter you are. You take care of yourself too!! I took care of my father before he passed and my Mom after she had a stroke (she’s fully recovered). Unfortunately they lived several states away so I was away from my own family for large amounts of time but I’d do it all over again. Bless you and your huge heart❤️❤️
That's a lot to go through Suzi. I'm kind of the only one out here too right now, as our family is in Las Vegas and Arizona. But luckily, I have a very supportive circle around us. Thank you for watching!!!! So glad your mom fully recovered!
Hi Dee, I have been watching your channel for awhile and have been meaning to make a comment but just never seemed to do it. I too take care of my mother as a stroke survivor. In her case she has had 3 strokes now over the past year and unfortunately cannot do as much as your Mom can. It has been wonderful to watch your Mom improve in your videos - so inspiring. Also, you are very inspiring in your care of your Mom. Thank You for taking the time to make them, I know how tiring just One day-in-the-life a caregiver has, and we have many. I have noticed that you use a Daily meds & Vitamins Pill Sorter that you do each day, and I used one similar but I found one is for 7 days that beats it hands down (at Walmart) for under 5 BUCKS. Yay, because $$$ is always a factor. I will send you a email with the link so you can check it out. Saves some time and we know how important that is! God Bless and have a wonderful holiday season.:)
I have a 7 day one too. I just haven't really used it since I'm training 2 new people caring for my mom part time. Since the doctor has changed her blood pressure pill, it depends on which meds she can take for that particular day. So each morning or night, we have to adjust accordingly. I hope you and your mom are doing well. Thank you so much for watching and commenting. I totally appreciate it :0)
My husband also had at least three strokes, but over a course of four years. I use the 7-day pill boxes also, what a time saver!
I like the idea of the date on the white board. My mom is my nanas full time caregiver as well and sometimes i hear my nana trying to ask (she lost most of her speech) what day it is.
My mom used to be the same. That's what gave me the idea to place this in front of her. This way she can see it throughout the day. Especially on those days when she gets confused.
My mom is a caregiver and she's helping me get a part time job this year as one. It's such a nice job and to have a relationship with who you're helping.
It really is! Plus, in time you get to bond with the one you are caregiving for.
Deelovelylife pls help me to get a care giver job
God bless you! Wow God bless you!!
great video with informative content
Glad it was helpful!
thanks for the informative video. I'm glad you made this one. It was great.
You're welcome! I'm so glad you liked it.
You are amazing 🙂
Thank you!
So good to find your page ❤
So glad you found it.
How do you make time for yourself mine never allows me to hang out with friends getting my hair done causes her separation anxiety especially when I go to the doctor alone she needs to know each chair I move out of it's excessive friends ask to hang out I tell them no because ik she won't let me go out
Have you tried perhaps maybe asking another relative or her friends to hang out with her to distract her? I try my best to set my mom up with her favorite movies, shows, or people around here so I can get some free time.
@@DeeLovelyLife it's still covid around and people aren't vaccinated so I'm not doing that and our family sucks so no my step dad is my back up caregiver and he doesn't even put in the effort to help on my days off
I love your video
Its wonderful that your doing it all But your just as important as your mom and you deserve to have a life too Can you get a home health aid for a few hours a day
Oh yes, I hired help from a caregiving agency for the past several years one day a week, until the pandemic.
She's lucky to have you You deserve a life too though What about a Home Health Aide
I had a relief caregiver 4 hours once a week before covid.
Thank you so much for share my mom had a stroke on 7/1and you have gave me hope I can do this thank you so much
I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. Have faith!
Love these videos
Thank you Jacqueline! I'm so glad you do!
AMAZING,VERY ENCOURAGING,,
Thanks so much. I'm glad you found it encouraging. Hugs to you!
Hi. Thanks so much for this video! I enjoyed it a lot. You're a beautiful family. Do you have any methods on how you keep all your mom's meds straight? I am a full-time caregiver ti my adult daughter and I need a new way of keeping up with her prescriptions. Do you have a chart you use? Thanks so much. God bless you all.
I keep a current list in her medical binder I made. Plus, I write AM or PM, or AM/PM on top of the medication lids to make it easier!
You are an amazing woman!
Thank you so much! I try to be!
Thank you for sharing.
THANK YOU for watching Erika! Hugs to you!
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I'm from singapore, my mother is coming to the age of 80 years old. She has been suffering for kidney failure for 18 years and I'm also a mental health patient and sometimes I can't sleep in the night and not enough sleep, every morning she wakes up at 7 am, I do not know how to apply clexance injection for her, so she had been in and out of hospital, and I can't cope with the houseworks and I also have stress, I do not really like the job but I'm being force to it, what should I do?
Perhaps seek help in care for your mother. I'm sure there are resources.
You are amazing ❤️
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that.
What do you use to wash the pads?
I throw them in the washer machine and wash on HOT with detergent.
@@DeeLovelyLife thanks for replying. I do the same but wondered if there was another way lol.
I cannot turn or roll my husband as he has a subluxation of the shoulder partially dislocated but obey him up every day i don't keep him in bed . It's bad for them . They are more likely to get chest infections pneumonia or bed sores . My husband has has never had these. I take him to the bathroom hourly and use the hand rails to reposition him . We also have slings for the standing equipment
margaret sofocleous I agree. We don't have my mom in bed all the time either. You need to keep them active as much as possible! Don't you give his shoulder some kind of support? We use a shoulder sling, and place a pillow under her arm.
My dad also has the right shoulder dislocation.And we too get him out of bed daily. We meaning my daughter and I. I’m blessed to have her help me for now...she’s planning to move out by her 26th birthday in November.of this year. At that point I’m in my own. Daycare is too costly in Georgia for four hours a day each week ($1K total). But I’m constantly looking for resources that will help me out.
Hi Dee yes for his shoulder we have a shoulder support which is very helpful but he does not wear this in bed. He doesn't tolerate a sling. It causes him neck pain. We use pillows. We cannot roll him . Spiro is in so much pain. Your nights sound similar. I need to move his leg or arm as he gets terrible cramp and spasticity
Marlee December may God give you all the strength to carry on
We collected a new reclining electric wheelchair to day which had a special arm rest to help the subluxation of his shoulder. He can recline it like a bed and has a special seat to prevent pressure
sorry to ask how can we got caretaker job ..
Look into the area you live in for resources and information. Good luck! :)
I am also care giver. Live in India.
Oh really? Hello to you!🤚
@@DeeLovelyLife miss hi. I saw your channel for 1st time today.what is this country you work as a caregiver?
Im also caregiver .. Here in singapore .. ..
Hello to Singapore!
Here am watching your video but I am a caregiver myself helping my mom but I am not getting paid doing this I know this is a lot of work but would like to know some resources for this I live in the United States of America but this is unknown getting paid right now?
There is a way of getting paid, different in each state, not everyone gets qualified. Good luck!👍
Check with your state. A lot of times Medicaid will pay you if she is low income.
great insight and inspirational. GOD BLESS
Hello , Dee
Hello 😊
hey love. is being a caregiver the same as a provider ? if so my mom gets provided services and she's moving in with us soon. i'm trying to see how i can go about being her caregiver .. do you get paid for taking care of your parents as well ? just wondering
I believe a caregiver is a bit different than a provider. Usually a provider is someone who is responsible for assets, finances, and decision making. I do not get paid for being her caregiver. However, some states you can apply and qualify for being paid a limit amount. I wish you luck and care!
Is a home health aid and caregiver different or the same thing
Different. A home health aid is someone who comes in every now and then based on a program of some sort with insurance approval for a very short time, with limited visits upon approval. Caregiver is someone who is consistent in the care of those in need of care.
Thank you!!