In July 2011 my grandma died and the moment I heard I made a decision to travel 600 miles to take care of my disabled grandpa and I’m still here doin so .. just went and got him lunch actually
This man is a very rare diamond . He described my life. I have been a Carer for my daughter who was born poorly for 28 years. Now all my other children have grown I’m left with trying to survive on £67 a week, it’s full time care my daughter needs and I also have a 20 year old son with learning difficulties. I myself have chronic COPD and I’m slowing down big time. It’s a very lonely isolating place to be let alone the finical burden. I suppose as a carer were not intilled to haircuts ,holidays or any little treat etc as 67 quid basically pays for heating water diesel etc.. but if I got someone in for 4 hours to look after my daughter they get paid more then what I get for the week. Something has to change, what about working tax credits. As carers we don’t just sit and relax, it’s a lonely stressful, scary time. We see no one . Things have to change
Sitting here with chronic Lyme, 20 years undiagnosed and 5 years into treatment, thinking about my wonderful husband of almost 7 years, who goes above and beyond every day just to try to make me comfortable or put a smile on my face, along with working full time, and after--work hours, since he's a band director. I have such a blessing in him and wouldn't be fighting like I am if not for him.
As someone with advanced MS who requires a full-time carer, I know the toll it takes on my husband, who is disabled himself. I wish there were more social services to help him!
This was great.. I'm a caregiver for both of my parents. I was taking care of them since I was nine but definitely fully taking care of them right out of high school. i didn't go to college or anything, just got a full time job and my other full time job was them. Unfortunately, my mom is going to pass away soon and its been a VERY hard experience but I would do it all over again. People do not understand how I could do this or say "you are such a good person"... no, I am their kid. They raised me so why should I not help them?
I'm sorry you've had to go through this...I hope you have found some positive meaning from the experience that you can take forward with you. You have helped to reduce the amount of suffering in the world - that is the most heroic thing one can do.
Well Said! Been there also and a long stressful road. Time to Get some solutions as well as recognition! Perhaps big pharma could reduce prices by 50% and quit running $100k ads on the tube, with all the disclaimers and contraindications or all the "free samples" to every doctor. Perhaps institutions/providers could implement coordinators to work with Carers and doctors and relieve much of disjointed & misunderstanding of the systems and to Provide Care as a Team for those in need. Or perhaps like you say, just put Care back into Healthcare instead of Health Insurance...which is gambling at best...in their favor.
Very true... my mother in law is a fantastic care giver. She works really hard. She always does more than she has to do. She's over 60 herself and she doesn't get paid when she's on sick leave either. She loves doing it so she continues doing this. But I saw many people just call her to talk or any advice..She is playing more important roles than a doctor in some case. I'm so proud of her.
Learning that the VA would formally recognize and train, as well as compensate (in a small way), family caregivers for veterans took a huge weight off me. When my conditions progress to where I will need help, there will be at least some support for those who will do so.
My mother has advanced MS, and it basically shut down everything a kid starting from 13 onwards would love to do. I gave up getting a car and spent 30% of inheritance getting her food she'd like. It's not something I want to do, but an obligated feeling. That "mom's in trouble gotta help!" feeling everyday
I'm really sorry you are having to go through this - I hope you feel some level of love and appreciation from your mom for the care you provide. I can't imagine what that must be like for a child.
"Blood shed in battle with your chosen allies is thicker than the water of birth" also gets misinterpreted these days. Entirely backwards, actually, as shown here.
why are they so invisible? I think their value to society should be recognized. We are wasting too many resources by not doing so. Life should be celebrated and what is not to celebrate about humanity?
I do see change coming, with society and our government finally "getting it" that caregivers need financial help, tax breaks, and access to caregiver assistance.
The whole American marketing is ruling healthcare system. AHC is promoting red meat whereas WHO said it's carcinogenic. There is no relation of cholesterol with heart attack, but statin manufacturing pharama funds the associations. So it is! 130 is the new high blood pressure gives much more room for the pharma companies.
UCeejay 2.0 Anything has adverse effects, veggies are filling with little calories (things we only appreciate in the context of how easy it is to overeat in western society).
There is a lot of food in between limiting/eliminating red meat consumption and only eating vegetables. Even vegans don't only eat vegetables; you can easily meet caloric needs without eating red meat.
It is the current assumption in the Health Care Industry that their children will step up without any hesitancy on their part out of a filial piety obligation Thats why they are unrecognized
In July 2011 my grandma died and the moment I heard I made a decision to travel 600 miles to take care of my disabled grandpa and I’m still here doin so .. just went and got him lunch actually
I have been a direct care provider since 2009. From babies to elders. Sickness, injured and well care. It is very rewarding...
Proud to be care giver
I'm a carer, thank you for recognizing us.
This man is a very rare diamond . He described my life. I have been a Carer for my daughter who was born poorly for 28 years. Now all my other children have grown I’m left with trying to survive on £67 a week, it’s full time care my daughter needs and I also have a 20 year old son with learning difficulties. I myself have chronic COPD and I’m slowing down big time. It’s a very lonely isolating place to be let alone the finical burden. I suppose as a carer were not intilled to haircuts ,holidays or any little treat etc as 67 quid basically pays for heating water diesel etc.. but if I got someone in for 4 hours to look after my daughter they get paid more then what I get for the week. Something has to change, what about working tax credits. As carers we don’t just sit and relax, it’s a lonely stressful, scary time. We see no one . Things have to change
Sitting here with chronic Lyme, 20 years undiagnosed and 5 years into treatment, thinking about my wonderful husband of almost 7 years, who goes above and beyond every day just to try to make me comfortable or put a smile on my face, along with working full time, and after--work hours, since he's a band director. I have such a blessing in him and wouldn't be fighting like I am if not for him.
How dann straight!
As the progressively main caregiver for my late Grandmother over the last 7 years, I know the pain.
As someone with advanced MS who requires a full-time carer, I know the toll it takes on my husband, who is disabled himself. I wish there were more social services to help him!
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This was great.. I'm a caregiver for both of my parents. I was taking care of them since I was nine but definitely fully taking care of them right out of high school. i didn't go to college or anything, just got a full time job and my other full time job was them. Unfortunately, my mom is going to pass away soon and its been a VERY hard experience but I would do it all over again. People do not understand how I could do this or say "you are such a good person"... no, I am their kid. They raised me so why should I not help them?
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I'm sorry you've had to go through this...I hope you have found some positive meaning from the experience that you can take forward with you. You have helped to reduce the amount of suffering in the world - that is the most heroic thing one can do.
Well done for your wonderful efforts to support your parents. My good wishes go to all of you.
Well Said! Been there also and a long stressful road. Time to Get some solutions as well as recognition! Perhaps big pharma could reduce prices by 50% and quit running $100k ads on the tube, with all the disclaimers and contraindications or all the "free samples" to every doctor. Perhaps institutions/providers could implement coordinators to work with Carers and doctors and relieve much of disjointed & misunderstanding of the systems and to Provide Care as a Team for those in need. Or perhaps like you say, just put Care back into Healthcare instead of Health Insurance...which is gambling at best...in their favor.
Very true... my mother in law is a fantastic care giver. She works really hard. She always does more than she has to do. She's over 60 herself and she doesn't get paid when she's on sick leave either. She loves doing it so she continues doing this. But I saw many people just call her to talk or any advice..She is playing more important roles than a doctor in some case. I'm so proud of her.
Thank you
Learning that the VA would formally recognize and train, as well as compensate (in a small way), family caregivers for veterans took a huge weight off me. When my conditions progress to where I will need help, there will be at least some support for those who will do so.
My mother has advanced MS, and it basically shut down everything a kid starting from 13 onwards would love to do. I gave up getting a car and spent 30% of inheritance getting her food she'd like.
It's not something I want to do, but an obligated feeling. That "mom's in trouble gotta help!" feeling everyday
I'm really sorry you are having to go through this - I hope you feel some level of love and appreciation from your mom for the care you provide. I can't imagine what that must be like for a child.
I can relate...
carers are one of the most underappreciated jobs. they are not even the ones you see rallying for compensations whenever there is an economic crisis.
Amazing talk
Family used to be a fairly widely understood concept.
stereomike111 Comment of the day, imo.
"Blood shed in battle with your chosen allies is thicker than the water of birth" also gets misinterpreted these days. Entirely backwards, actually, as shown here.
What do u mean by this comment ?
so true.. and sometimes carers are misunderstood by the society , especially in India.They are abused also.
Mekhla Diwan, yes as well as mistreated by the family members sometimes.
Caregiver Act: Tax break for anyone who was a carer for a certain amount of months. Let's do this
yeah..the decade caregiving for mom...i didnt have any income to tax....
I'm trying to get a Volunteer Caregiver Support program started at my local VA Hospital. I am a retired soldier, disabled veteran, and a VA Volunteer.
why are they so invisible? I think their value to society should be recognized. We are wasting too many resources by not doing so. Life should be celebrated and what is not to celebrate about humanity?
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I do see change coming, with society and our government finally "getting it" that caregivers need financial help, tax breaks, and access to caregiver assistance.
The whole American marketing is ruling healthcare system.
AHC is promoting red meat whereas WHO said it's carcinogenic.
There is no relation of cholesterol with heart attack, but statin manufacturing pharama funds the associations. So it is!
130 is the new high blood pressure gives much more room for the pharma companies.
UCeejay 2.0
Anything has adverse effects, veggies are filling with little calories (things we only appreciate in the context of how easy it is to overeat in western society).
There is a lot of food in between limiting/eliminating red meat consumption and only eating vegetables. Even vegans don't only eat vegetables; you can easily meet caloric needs without eating red meat.
Well nuts are high calorific food and it's vegetarian.
It is the current assumption in the Health Care Industry that their children will step up without any hesitancy on their part out of a filial piety obligation Thats why they are unrecognized
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We need robotic caregivers
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Robotic assistance for care givers to keep them from needing help prematurely and keep the human connection the cared for crave.
Long distant caregiver....?
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