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Are You Caring For Someone In Long Term Care? Allentown

Maintaining Physical and Psychological Health

It's crucial for a survivor's health that the caregiver take care of his or her own physical and mental health. Here are 10 tips from social worker and caregiver Robin Straight.

• Learn as much as possible about the survivor's condition; knowledge is empowering.
• Set good boundaries; learn to say no.
• Don't dwell on what you can't change.
• Limit caffeine.
• Get adequate rest.
• Maintain a healthy diet.
• Find a support system and nurture it.
• Share your feelings with someone who wants to listen.
• Focus on things you are grateful for each day.
• Care for yourself spiritually.

"The key is to keep your daily routine manageable," Robin said. Make time for regular exercise-find a partner if possible. "It's my experience that during times of illness, people turn to what is familiar or gives comfort. If your faith is an important component of your life, nurture it."

Source: American Stroke Assoc

* High Blood Pressure is the # 1 risk factor for all cardiovascular disease
* Heart Disease is the #1 killer
* Stroke is the #1 reason for disability

Baseline Medical features a 10 minute non-invasive vascular ultrasound exam of the carotid arteries in the neck to learn about individual's risk for heart disease and stroke. Serious disease can be diagnosed and treated before it is a life-changing health issue.