Each day in February, we’ll share a way that family members and friends can help the family caregiver in their lives. (A family caregiver is an individual who cares for a family member or friend, just like you.) Through our campaign, we hope to create awareness of what family caregivers do and how others can help.

Today’s tip comes from me; I help my parents and an aunt: Hire help for me.

Why this tip is important: I'm making difficult decisions, juggling multiple responsibilities, coping with losses and declines. I'm doing the best I can and I would love help to do better. If you hire a life coach or a therapist or a Certified Caregiving Consultant for me, I have an expert who can help me navigate the difficult caregiving terrain. The better equipped I am to handle what's happening, the better I feel.  And, that's good for everyone.

(Have an idea you’d like us to include? Email your idea to Denise and include an explanation of why your tip is so important.)