(Originally published on the HHS blog.) Even under the best of circumstances, caregiving can be challenging. For many family caregivers, the routine tasks they perform on behalf of their loved ones are more complex because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Not only must family caregivers take extra steps to ensure their own health and wellbeing, but there are now additional protective considerations.
Although states and communities have a range of services and supports for family caregivers, many of the resources – like adult day programs, respite services, and other in-home services – are stretched to the limit, or have temporarily curtailed or stopped their services.