SEC | S13 - W4 : The Role of the Caregiver ♥️
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INTRODUCTION |
A caregiver is someone who cares for another person, being their support and giving assistance in ways needed. Giving support such as helping the person with personal care (like bathing and dressing), managing their medications, preparing their meals, and ensuring a safe living environment for them.
On some occasions, it may also include support such as emotional support, friendship, and speaking up for the person they care for.
A caregiver does play several important roles in helping the people they care for. Hence it's this important role caregivers play we'll be discussing for this week of the engagement.
Have you played the role of caregiver or do you know someone who has put it into practice? Tell us about it. |
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Being an elder brother of 3 siblings, I've played the role of a caregiver on many occasions, which includes taking care of my younger ones when my mum is not around, such as when we are back from school or when she's off to market.
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Also, living with my older sister, gave me the chance to provide care for her children, when she was not at home, to the point that she would leave them with me and travel. The children are always happy when I am around, sometimes they prefer me taking them to and fro from school instead of their dad.
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I've also played the role of a caregiver when my dad had an accident. The accident affected his right foot so he couldn't walk, I had to carry him on my back to the bone doctor every morning and evening, till he was able to walk with the aid of a walking stick. Now he's walking fine after he was healed completely.
Do you think that caring for a sick person should be a team effort or the work of a single person? |
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The work of caring for a sick person can be handled by one person or a team. This depends on the situation, the needs of the sick person, and the status of the sickness.
In some cases, a team effort is needed to provide all-around care for the sick person, especially in cases where the sick person requires extensive medical attention like in accident cases.
Using my dad's accident as an example, when he had his accident I wasn't the only one doing the caregiving as I wasn't always around not be at all places at the same time.
However, there are also cases where a single person can provide all the support and assistance the sick person needs, such as cases where the sick person's needs are less intensive.
What qualities do you think a caregiver should have? |
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There are so many qualities I feel a caregiver should have, such qualities include;
• Compassion: A caregiver should be someone who genuinely cares about the well-being and happiness of the person they are caring for, showing empathy, understanding, and kindness to help motivate them.
• Patience: Caring for someone can involve repetitive tasks, challenges, and moments of frustration. A caregiver who has patience will stay calm, and supportive, even in difficult moments.
• Communication: A caregiver should be a good listener, giving a listening ear, understanding the needs of the person they are caring for, and expressing these needs clearly. This also helps in working together with healthcare providers and other members of the care team.
What advice would you give to a person who is performing this role? |
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My advice to anyone taking up the role of a caregiver no matter the situation, be it kids, sick people or older persons, is that they should;
• Show care and kindness: To be a good caregiver, one needs to be kind and caring towards the person he/she is taking care of, letting them know that you genuinely care about their well-being and happiness.
• Be patient and understanding: Giving care can be difficult in some cases, therefore, as a caregiver things might get tough, so you'll need to be patient and understand the feelings of the person you taking care of, remembering that you're there to show them support.
• Be a good listener: Communication is important in our dealings with others, hence a caregiver should ensure to talk and listen to the person you're caring for. Pay attention to their needs and feelings, and try to express yourself too.
CONCLUSION |
In conclusion, Being a caregiver can be challenging, but with patience, love and communication, we'll be able to provide not just care and support to the person we're looking after but also enjoy it ourselves.
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Oh wawoooo it's really cute thing that you take care your siblings and your sister's children, and they are happy when you are around.By taking care your father shows your responsible nature. And being a good care giver is a very crucial job . you beautifully pen down all important points in this regard. Thanks for making a very quality post .Have a good day.
Good to hear that you are a elder brother of 3 siblings, you have played the role of a caregiver on many of the occasions which includes taking care of your younger ones when your mother is not at home or near you, maybe she went to market.
Caregiver really have a great responsibilities of this. He is responsible for his each and every small thing.
Thanks 🙏
I enjoyed your great entry my dear friend.
Seeing you taking care of your younger siblings shows how great you are of a caregiver, indeed patience, good communication and understanding are candid when offering care to people.
You are indeed a good caregiver as you played this role on several occasions. Caregiving is a responsibility taken by someone to show love and care to humanity. You have shown love to humanity and I assure you that you will have your reward one day.
Thanks for sharing.
Hola amigo
Ser el hermano mayor en una familia conlleva a que tengamos que ayudar y colaborar cuando uno de nuestros familiares se enferman Pero también es bueno porque nos permite mostrar la gran persona que somos cuando los cuidamos con cariño.
Ahora tú te has ganado el cariño de tus hermanos que prefieren que los lleves a la escuela.
Los cuidadores deben repartirse el trabajo porque en equipo siempre es más llevadero y menos cargado.
Suerte en tu concurso
Saludos