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Caregiver Resource Directory: Online Version


Caregiver Resource Directory

The Caregiver Resource Directory is a practical guide that includes much of the information available on this site, while also offering a way to organize materials and information. Find out more about the Caregiver Resource Directory , or order a free copy.

This Caregiver Resource Directory is available in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. You will need the free Acrobat Reader plugin to download and print the following files.


Getting Started – Now You are a Caregiver
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Download List of Patient Needs, Assessing Resources Forms
What is a Family Caregiver?
Coping with Your New Role
Taking Stock
How to Ask for Help

Navigating "The System"
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Download Member of the Team, Medication Schedule Forms
Communicating with Health Care Professionals
Managing Medical Care at Home
Juggling Financial Expenses

Symptom Management at Home
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Download Daily Pain Journal, Fatigue Journal Forms

Pain
Fatigue
Difficulty Breathing (Dyspnea)
Dry Mouth
Appetite Loss
Gastrointestinal Symptoms  
Skin Problems  
Anxiety  
Depression  
Confusion  

Goals of Care in Progressive Illness
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Advance Directives
Options for Care in Progressive Illness

You Have Needs, To
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Emotional Needs 
Social Needs
Physical Needs
Spiritual Needs
Balancing Caregiving and Ongoing Responsibilities  
Learning How to Relax  

Specific Illnesses
Download AIDS, ALS, Cancer, Sickle Cell Disease PDF's
AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)
Cancer
Sickle Cell Disease

Where to Find Help
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Caregiver Advocacy Groups
Disease Specific Advocacy Groups
Financial Assistance
Respite Care/Volunteer Services
Transportation  
Hospice/Home Care  
Internet Guide for Caregivers  
Book List  

 

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