Taking Care of the Care Partners
Caregivers are a key component of patient-centered care, and, as such, their role in helping those with chronic conditions should not be overlooked.
Caregivers are a key component of patient-centered care, and, as such, their role in helping those with chronic conditions should not be overlooked.
Day in and day out, we observe how a chronic condition or cancer diagnosis not only impacts the patient but their loved ones, as well. The comments and conversation reveal the ripple effect that occurs, and how the diagnosis impacts everyone in the family–often times it can feel as though they have received the diagnosis themselves. Caregivers step forward in recognition of their loved one’s need for care, compassion and support.
Elle is a mom of twin daughters, one of whom is living with both sickle cell disease and type 1 diabetes, and is the 2022 Social Health Award winner for Caregiving Champion. Elle shares why her advocacy work is important to her and resources for caregivers.