Exhaustion is information
Poor sleep, irritability, illness, missed work, resentment and constant vigilance suggest the arrangement may no longer be sustainable.
Care can protect the relationship
Professional support may allow you to become a daughter, son, partner or friend again rather than being responsible for every task.
Respite can start small
A regular long visit, overnight support or temporary live-in care can create breathing room before a crisis.
Begin with a conversation
Start with what you have noticed.
Tell us what has changed, what the person wants and what the family is worried may happen next.