Care and Support for Family Members in Everyday Life

Caregiving can begin gradually or completely out of the blue.

Often, we don’t see ourselves as a family caregiver until we take on the responsibility of supporting and caring for a loved one.

But do you already help out regularly

• with grocery shopping

• with household chores

• with cooking

• organizing doctor’s appointments

• with trips to the doctor

• with correspondence or dealing with government agencies

you are already a family caregiver.

Whether the changes come gradually or suddenly, the demands in these situations are equally great and often emotionally taxing.

Care and support must be organized. Many caregivers also have other family responsibilities, work full-time, or are students. They are constantly faced with the question of how understanding their supervisors or instructors are regarding their personal situation.

Our Care Navigator is your first point of contact on campus in this difficult life situation for questions regarding support and caring for family members in everyday life. How can university members balance caregiving with their jobs or studies? How do I apply for caregiving support? Where can I find local support, counseling services, and resources? Who are the key contacts both within and outside the university?

Together with our care advisor, you’ll find answers to your questions. She does not provide care counseling, but offers information to help guide you through the first steps.

All conversations are treated as strictly confidential. Please feel free to schedule a personal appointment.