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Welcome to Super Easy Templates: This is an 8 x 11 PowerPoint presentation that consists of the title page. We provide easy-to-use and customize templates for home and business use. Most of our templates are for PowerPoint 2007 and Word 2007. If you are interested in additional templates, visit our website: www.supereasytemplates.com. We specialize in creating and designing positive, multi-cultural presentations, posters, postcards, and other media for home and business use! If you require technical support on this specific presentation, email us: support@supereasytemplates.com. Also, check the Microsoft forums for specialized assistance. Although we try to respond to all support requests, please realize that this is a free service and we cannot guarantee a timely response. All questions and answers are usually posted on our FAQ pages.

Preparations for becoming a carer

Your Name Company Name Date Location /Seminar Title PRESENTATION TITLE Subtitle (Optional) Physical Considerations The health of carers can be at risk and they may experience a range of health problems due to their caring responsibilities. Some physical preparations for carers can include: Participate in regular exercise to maintain optimum physical and emotional health Maintain a healthy balanced diet Practice safe-lifting skills Practice how to give and injection or use an oxygen mask Install any physical aids in the home that may help with mobility, e.g. railings and ramps Many carers are chronically tired due to their 24-hour caring responsibility

Social Preparations Caring may cause frustration and distress, affecting family relationships. Carers may not even have the opportunity to be employed and will miss the associated social contact. It is important that carers maintain social contact with people other than the dependant, otherwise they might feel socially isolated. Some preparations include: Getting the help of family members Identify necessary support groups, including cultural groups e.g. carers of people with dementia or cancer, Handital Access respite care Let friends know about the situation

Emotional Preparations Caring for someone can be emotionally satisfying. It can provide opportunity for personal growth and development. At other times, the carer may feel frustrated and distressed due to the demands placed on the carer. Some emotional preparations could include: Support groups to help deal with changing emotions/moods – be aware of depression Make friends with others in a similar situation Understand that conflicting emotions may be experienced when the person requires residential care

Economic preparations Carers often have higher living costs due to: Extra heating in the home Purchasing mobility aids Equipment to help with disabilities Transport Healthcare Carers can make the following economic preparations to help themselves financially: Plan and stick to a budget Analyse and adjust finances, such as mortgage payments Seek leave benefits in the workplace Investigate caring payments from Centrelink Ask for ideas or strategies from people in the support groups.