Today, we’ll specifically look at the burnout that can be experienced by some caregivers.  What are the risk factors?  How do you know if you’re feeling burnout?  What can you do to prevent burnout?  This is the second in a three-part series on care-giving. 

A Story…

Dorothy and Marion (both aged 74) have been together for 40 years.  Ten years ago, when they retired from their careers (Marion was a teacher, Dorothy an operating room nurse) they had plans to travel.

Shortly after Marion left her job, she developed a cough that wouldn’t go away.  She lived with it, but became concerned when she started to experience a tightness in her chest and shortness of breath.

To read more, please visit https://www.laurieblaikie.com/the-caregivers-journey-part-2/