Codes To Live By

The word “code” is defined in the dictionary as “Any set of principles or rules of conduct.”

Everyone lives unconsciously or consciously by a personal set of codes that are a combination of beliefs, morals and understandings about life.  For many family caregivers of older adults, personal goals and codes for self-care become secondary to meet the needs of the older adults they care about.   

The “Caregiver Codes” that you find throughout this web site are codes to help family caregivers thrive while caregiving – not just survive it.  If you are family caregiver, please try to incorporate these codes into your daily living. 

The Family Caregiver Support Network is available to help you live by these codes.  Happy and healthy family caregivers are better caregivers for themselves and older adults they care about.

CAREGIVER CODES

Take Care Of Myself

Seek Support

     Accept Help       

Get Answers  

Stay Open To Change

  Be Satisfied With Doing My Best

Enjoy Time Away From My Loved One, Without Guilt

Maintain Relationships With Friends, Family, Co-workers & Community

Set Goals, Pursue Dreams And Remember To Live My Life