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T H E C A R E G I V E R ’ S T O O L K I T
CHAPTER 1
EXPLORING CHALLENGES
Tips for Sibling Family Caregiving
KEEPING THE PEACE
8 Important Talking
Points to Include in
a Family Meeting
Remember, despite your best efforts to keep the peace, the
challenges involved in planning, paying for, and carrying out your
loved one’s care may still cause division.
Free Mediation Services are available for families and care
providers who may need help with decision-making, conflicts or
guardianship issues. Mediation is voluntary, confidential and the
mediators are neutral. For more information contact The Harford
County Community Mediation Program at 410-638-4807 or visit
www.harfordmediation.org.
1. Your loved one’s up-to-
date medical report
2. Your loved one’s wants and
needs with regard to care
and support from the family
3. Where your loved one will
live; i.e. in their home, with
another family member,
in assisted living, etc.
4. Cost of care and how
costs will be covered
5. What the primary caregiver
needs from the family in regard
to assistance and support
6. How much time each
family member has to visit
or care for a loved one
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