Supporting family and caregivers

Question 1

Who is the caregiver

Answer 1

family or professional

Question 2

Who is generally referred to as the sandwich generation

Answer 2

Predominantly, women family members
undertake unpaid caregiving, balancing
these duties with other
responsibilities—a group known as the
“sandwich generation.”
(woman taking care of both her children and her parents)

Question 3

How can we support the family caregivers

Answer 3

• Acknowledge the challenges and
  emotional toll of caregiving.
• Encourage self-care and stress
  management for caregivers.
• Emphasize that it’s okay to take breaks
  or limit visits as needed.

Question 4

Define compassion fatigue and how to prevent and manage it

Answer 4

Compassion fatigue is the emotional strain or distress that results from caring for others who are suffering.

1. Practice self-care and seek emotional support.
2. Engage in therapy or debriefing sessions to process emotions.
3. Set emotional boundaries in caregiving roles.

Question 5

Define burnout and how to prevent and manage it

Answer 5

Burnout is a state of physical, mental, and
emotional exhaustion caused by prolonged
and excessive stress, often related to work or
other long-term responsibilities.

1. Prioritize workload management (delegate or say no when needed).
2. Take regular breaks and vacations to recharge.
3. Advocate for systemic changes to reduce stress

Question 6

signs of compassion fatigue

Answer 6

1. Excessive blaming or complaints about others or administrative functions.
2. Suppressed emotions and withdrawal from social interactions.
3. Increased complaints or criticism directed toward the caregiver.
4. Use of substances or compulsive behaviors