Accepting Help
as a Caregiver

Many people must care for their family members. Often, this is an older parent. However, many people also care for a sick spouse, a disabled relative or a child whose parents cannot raise them.

The state of family caregiving

In the U.S., over 50 million people are caregivers (Guardian Life). Grandparents help raise nearly three million children (U.S. Department of Labor).

Children also help with caregiving. There are more than four million disabled American parents with kids under 18 (National Research Center for Parents with Disabilities). Family caregivers spend over $7,200 per year (AARP) to support loved ones.

Accepting help

Because caregiving feels like a duty, it can be hard to accept help. It’s an act of love that can also feel isolating. It’s normal to feel tired or frustrated. It’s okay to speak up when things get hard.

If caregiving feels tough, ask for help. Talk to someone you trust or speak to a counselor. You deserve support.