Taking care of a loved one with disabilities often takes a toll on caregivers. It’s a struggle that’s overlooked many times and can even lead to more stress and health issues for those caregivers.
News 5’s Courtney Gousman talked to two local mothers who know the feeling firsthand, and are now offering free training for healthcare workers, so those workers can in turn, offer aid to those caregivers.She’s the sole caregiver for her son, Matthew, who has autism.
She said not seeing any providers that looked like her created the added stress of having to explain cultural differences.“I was diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder. Did not get any treatment. Did not get any supports. For years, continuing to navigate as his caregiver, until I start experiencing panic attacks. I thought I was having a heart attack,” Parker said.
“I wanted to support families of color and I just wanted to make sure that they would have the support and information,” Parker said. Parker told News 5 the needs of caregivers are often neglected, and caregivers need their own advocates as they work to take care of loved ones with disabilities.The training is in partnership with Milestones Autism Resources — The ADAMHS Board.
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