Support groups help caregivers of adults

Providing care for a family member in need is an act of love. Unfortunately, caregiving can take a heavy toll if you don’t get adequate support. Caregivers face many emotional and financial stressors, and often there is little or no hope for a happy outcome.

Communing with others and sharing your experiences can help alleviate the feelings of isolation you hold. Joining a support group can help you obtain the skills you need to take care of yourself and to feel more confident in the care you provide.

Northwest Hospital in Randallstown, Md., is offering a caregiver support group for adults caring for other adult family or friends. The next meeting is at the Hospital’s Education Center on March 4 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Join others to find ways to cope with the difficulties of being a caregiver of an adult. Pre-registration is required. For more information, call 410-601-9355.

Are you caring for a family member or other loved one? What coping skills do you employ? What advice can you share with people new to caregiving?