Best Practices for Family Caregivers #1
No matter what your situation, there are people who know things you don’t and who can do things you can’t. They have expertise, resources and experience.
Ask them for a consult.
You probably don’t want to ask for help. You likely prefer to be the helper rather than the helpee. BUT, the notion of asking for a consult feels far less daunting.
It’s what smart people do. Flip the fear on its head and think of one person who may have expertise, resources or experience related to your care scenario. Do you need to ask your doctor a question or request a referral to a specialist? Maybe you need to call a friend who has been down this path ahead of you. What was helpful to them? What wasn’t? Perhaps you need to utilize the checklist below and make three calls to determine your next right step.
Most people want to help. Most are glad that you asked. Few have magical solutions, but most can help relieve your burden, broaden your perspective and assist with your next right move.
Who do you need to ask for a consult?
Solutions for Care Scenarios
Are you a checklist person? If so, you will find agis.com to be a helpful guide in a wide variety of scenarios.
Worth Repeating
The first step to receiving an answer is being brave enough to ask a question.
-Kaitlyn Bouchillon
