Are you a caregiver? The answer may surprise you.
Do you run errands and provide transportation for an older family member?
Do you provide most of the day-to-day care for a spouse or parent?
Have you ever thought about when Mom and Dad can’t live on their own safely?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, please read on.
You may not think of yourself as a caregiver, but if you answered yes to any of these questions, you probably are or will be soon. You may be providing hands-on care for an older or disabled relative, worrying about relatives who live far away, or just thinking about the future when you may have to care for someone you love.
No matter what questions you have, or what situation you face, LifeWorksâ offers you a wide range of support, information and resources that can help. You can call LifeWorks anytime to speak with a caring, professional elder care consultant who can answer your questions, help you handle practical concerns, deal with stress, and find the resources you and your family need such as lawyers specializing in elder law, specialized transportation, or support groups for caregivers.
Read or download dozens of articles including
- Involving Family Members in Caring for An Older Relative
- Caregiving Stress and Finding Support
- The Rewards of Caring for Aging Parents and Other Relatives
No matter what kind of care you provide, LifeWorks is here to answer your questions and get you the confidential help you need, whenever you need it. To order a free Caregiving recording or to speak with a consultant, you can call LifeWorks any time at 877-234-5151. To read or download articles visit the LifeWorks Web site at www.lifeworks.com (user id: christian; password: 11080) and click on This Month’s Feature. You can also order materials, email a consultant and find useful resources.
LifeWorks is brought to you by your employer, at no cost to you. It’s effective and easy to use. And best of all, it’s here for you and your entire family to use—any time of day, wherever you are. So get in touch with us today. We have consultants who speak Spanish and offer simultaneous translation into more than 140 other languages. To access TTY/TDD lines, call 800-999-3004.
