How can I ask for help if I can no longer keep up caregiving?
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Read articleAsking family or friends for help often feels difficult. Yet it usually helps if you are very specific. Do not just say that it is heavy, but mention exactly what you need. Use the words asking for help in caregiving when you are talking about this situation.
How do you ask family or friends for help concretely?
Ask for a very specific task in a small and clear way. For example, say what you need, when, and for how long. This makes it easier to ask family to help and allows you to share the care.
What do you do if someone does not want help?
If the person you care for does not want help, that is a difficult issue. Your loved one may refuse help. Sometimes there is fear underneath, such as being afraid of losing control or feeling ashamed.
So do not start right away with big solutions. That often вызывает resistance. Start small, with a familiar face stopping by for a little while. Or ask for one task to be taken over.
Sometimes it helps if someone else starts the conversation. That can be a family member, your GP, or independent client support. At Mantelzorg Zoetermeer, you can discuss how to deal with the refusal and where you can find support yourself.
