Senior Care in Marysville

When You Feel Guilty Asking For Help

Many family members accidentally fall into the role of a caregiver without realizing how intensive this role may become. At a certain point, you may realize it's simply too much for you. But it's hard to ask for help. Our senior care agency has provided support to families all throughout Marysville and St. Clair County. We know how tough these feelings are. 

Let's take a look at some common causes of caregiver guilt—and what to do about them.

How To Overcome 3 Kinds of Caregiver Guilt  

• You feel responsible. When you're looking after a parent or spouse, it's easy to start overlapping those roles with the role of a caregiver. You may believe that, as a spouse or child, it's just your responsibility.
  
  In these situations, it's important to acknowledge that caregiver duties can often make it harder for people to maintain a healthy, warm relationship with their loved ones. Having professional assistance can restore the balance. 
   
• Your family expects you to. Sometimes, other family members may be struggling with their own complicated feelings of guilt. They may be alleviating those feelings by deciding you're the perfect caregiver for the job.
  
  However, it's important to realize that they may not understand what daily responsibilities are involved, and how overwhelming this can become. Most importantly, don't prioritize their expectations over the simple reality that you need help.   
   
• You think you "should" handle it alone. It's all too easy to blame yourself when you're struggling to balance caregiving duties with the other tasks in your life. If it's too much to handle, you may feel like it's a personal failing. 
  
  Acknowledge that you're taking on a tremendous emotional load, and that the vast majority of family caregivers experience similar struggles. Give yourself—and your loved one—the gift of professional senior care in Marysville.

Compassionate Senior Care for Marysville Area Families 

Through Visiting Angels^® St. Clair you can access wide-ranging senior care based on your loved one's needs and your situation. Whether you need to take time off or you simply want a professional caregiver to help with daily tasks, we're here for you. 

Our goal is to make life easier for those we look after. With flexible shifts and comprehensive care options, we help seniors—and their family caregivers—get the support they need.  

We offer services for those in: 

• Marysville
• Fort Gratiot Township
• Port Huron
• And throughout St. Clair County 

Get support from senior care professionals who understand. Families in Marysville can contact Visiting Angels St. Clair to learn more.