Looking after yourself

You can help take care of the patient by taking care of yourself! You should not feel guilty for not being by the patient's bedside 24 hours a day. You need to give yourself a break and this will also give the patient time to rest. The patient will be well taken care of while you're away and the staff will contact you if there are any changes in the patient's condition.

You may not feel like eating and you may find it difficult to sleep, but do take time you eat and rest when you can. Remember if you get tired and ill, you won't be able to care very well for your loved one