Caregiver Support
Caring for someone after a stroke can be overwhelming.
Many caregivers step into this role suddenly, without training or preparation, while trying to support their loved one and manage everything else in their own life..
This page is here to support you.
What Caregiving Can Look Like
Caregivers often help with:
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Daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and meals
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Mobility and preventing falls
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Managing finances, medications, and appointments
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Providing emotional support
Tasks can change over time, and not every day will look the same.
Quick Tips for Caregivers
Most family caregivers are figuring things out in real time. You might be learning how to safely help your loved one move, adjusting to a new routine, setting up your home differently, or just trying to understand what your loved one needs day-to-day and what the new normal looks like.
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There will be moments where it feels overwhelming. You can feel exhausted, frustrated, or unsure how much more you can take on. Those moments happen with everyone, and your feelings are valid, and they don't mean you're doing anything wrong.
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It's important to find time in your schedule to take care of yourself. It can be easy to fall into the habit of putting everything into caring for our loved ones and forgetting to take care of ourselves. Try with small steps:
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Take a 5-minute break when you can
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Step away for a moment if things feel overwhelming
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Let someone else step in, even briefly
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Check in with yourself, not just your loved one
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