Episode 34: Mom Wants More Help Than She Needs
Today's podcast addresses concerns from Vicki who is concerned about her Mom who wants her to help her more than what is actually needed. Vicki indicated that Mom does have good and bad days. Vicki states that many days Mom is able to do more for her self but she still wants Vicki to help her even though it is not needed. Vicki admits she is frustrated because she hopes to be able to rest on days when Mom is feeling better and can actually do more to help herself.
Vicki is seeking help on how to address this problem and is looking for options she can use.
Listen to today's podcast. See how this concern is addressed and hear tips and strategies that you can use to help decrease your workload and improve the safety of caring for your loved one.
Consuela Marshall,
Occupational Therapist, Caregiver
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