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Friends: A Caregiver's Necessity
By Kristine Dwyer, LSW, Staff Writer
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Nurture present relationships, reach
out for new friendships and show appreciation to
those who have been able to stand by you through the
years. A handwritten thank you or verbal
acknowledgment goes a long way to express gratitude
to others and encourages them to stay involved.
Support groups can be a wonderful
place to meet other caregivers and form new
friendships. I recently learned of two couples, each
caring for a spouse with Parkinson’s Disease, who
now meet monthly to enjoy lunch and socialize before
attending a support group together. They share a
common experience and are able to understand each
other’s needs.
Caregivers remember...”Hold a true
friend with both your hands.” (Nigerian Proverb)
Friends remember...”The only gift is a
portion of thyself.” (Emerson)
