A new survey of caregivers found that more than half are juggling care with a job, and more than nine in 10 have felt or expect to feel overwhelmed; CNA spoke to the Caregiving Welfare Association about the warning signs. If you recognise yourself in these figures, look into respite and caregiver support early rather than waiting for a crisis.
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Survey: nine in 10 caregivers feel, or expect to feel, overwhelmed
By Keith Kwai, Author and Publisher for www.ElderSG.com
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