What Are Some of the Rewards and Joys of Caregiving?

• a new relationship with person being cared for 
• a chance to give back 
• a sense of accomplishment 
• development of new skills, knowledge, i.e. advocacy abilities 
• increased compassion, growth 
• new relationships with others through support groups 
• the building of memories
• Stop grieving for what used to be and find joy in the present.

What Are Some of the Risks of Caregiving?

• clinical depression
• lack of privacy
• restriction on a social life 

What Are Some of the Dangers of Caregiving?

• personal illness/stress
• potential for abuse of person being cared for
• burnout
• suffering from grief/loss
• depletion of income
• feelings of isolation, loneliness
• legal/ethical issues