Before jumping in the job learn everything about your client, his/her condition, needs, demands, wants, medication, etc. Knowing all this in advance will help you care better for your client.
Get support whenever needed:
The main reason for caregiver burnout is that caregivers do not accept or ask for help. Doing everything on your own will make your already difficult job worse. Whenever offered or needed get support for yourself.
Educate yourself:
Before jumping in the job learn everything about your client, his/her condition, needs, demands, wants, medication, etc. Knowing all this in advance will help you care better for your client.
Get support whenever needed:
The main reason for caregiver burnout is that caregivers do not accept or ask for help. Doing everything on your own will make your already difficult job worse. Whenever offered or needed get support for yourself.