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Are You a Caregiver?
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Are You a Caregiver?

Caregiving Planning in Owings Mills

As a caregiver, you’re faced with a variety of challenges. On top of all this, you need to care for yourself, as neglecting your personal health will eventually take its toll on you. 

Here’s something you always need to remember: even the best caregivers need relief every now and again.

How to Find Help as a Caregiver in Owings Mills

Don’t let your pride get in the way. If you push yourself too hard, it can actually impact the way you care for your loved one. 

There are many places you can turn for help as a caregiver, including:

  • Home health care
  • Other family members or friends
  • Services, such as those that deliver meals or transport patients to and from medical appointments

You may not require a lot of assistance, but a break every now and again can go a long way in keeping your mental and physical health in order.

Consider the Different Types of Care

If you begin to burn out, you can rest assured that it’ll only get worse over time, especially if you never get a break. For this reason, it’s important to consider the many types of care that are available. This is particularly true if your loved one qualifies for Medicaid, as it can help pay for care such as:

  • Assisted living or nursing home care – this provides you with full-time relief
  • In-home care – this allows someone else to take care of your loved one during particular parts of the day
  • Adult daycare – use this to get the breaks you need to recharge

If your loved one is unable to care for him or herself, you have no problem stepping in to act as a caregiver. However, you can only do so much.

Trusted Owings Mills Caregiving Planning Assistance

In addition to the above, also consider the legal planning steps you can help your loved one take:

  • Medicaid planning
  • Long-term care planning (such as deciding how to pay for nursing home care)
  • The creation of a power of attorney

We are Here to Help – Ownings Mills Caregiving Planning

You have a lot on your mind as a caregiver, but don’t let the details bog you down to the point of exhaustion. Contact the respected & experienced caregiving planning attorneys at Gershberg & Associates, if you need help getting things in order in regards to care and legal planning. 

Our Estate Planning Attorneys are located in Owings Mills, MD near Baltimore, proudly serving clients from Reisterstown, Randallstown, Eldersburg and all of Baltimore County.

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11419 Cronridge Drive, Suite 7
Owings Mills, MD 21117-6281
Phone: (410) 654-3850
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