Discussion
• Define what is meant by "caregiving" and discuss the cost of caregiving to the caregiver, the workplace, and society at large. Why is caregiver burden a gender issue? What are some ways to relieve caregiver burden?
• Describe the long-term care continuum (i.e. care and housing options for seniors). What are the factors that determine the most appropriate type of care an individual needs?
• What is grief? What is bereavement? How might an older person experience grief differently from younger people?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.
Read:
Caregiver Resource Center, The. (2017). The caregiver. Greenwich, CT: Employment Assistance Professionals, Inc.
Lewis, F. (2016, January 16). Caring for the caregivers [Youtube Video file].