Caregivers

Caregiver Pointers (Agenet)
Offers advice that aims to focus attention on maintaining physical, mental and emotional balance during the caregiving experience. Stresses that the balance between meeting your own needs and that of your loved one must be maintained to support a healthy relationship. [8/04]

Caregivers and Depression: Avoiding the Inevitable (Intelihealth)
Addresses the important issue of caregivers and depression, noting that between 24% and 60% of caregivers show signs of nonclinical depression. Suggests ways to assess caregiver stress and suggests possible solutions. Encourages caregivers to pursue professional help when needed. Registration required for free access to Intelihealth. [6/01]

Home Care Guide for Advanced Cancer: Caregiving (American College of Physicians)
Caregiving section of the ACP Home Care Guide for Advanced Cancer. It provides information on what a caregiver is, when to get professional help for yourself, what you can do to be a supportive caregiver, possible obstacles, and carrying out and adjusting the plan. [1997]