Inside the mind of a caregiver
Caregivers continue to be the unsung heroes of our health-care system. They are an essential part of many patients’ journeys, complementing the work of health-care professionals and providing countless hours of dedicated service to their family, friends and neighbours. At Sinai Health System, we recognize their indispensable contributions and salute their tireless efforts. We also see the need to dig deeper to understand the issues and barriers they face, and to figure out how we can empower and support them further. In this issue of Sinai Health you’ll read about caregivers like Monika who, at the age of 37, found herself caring for her father after he suffered a debilitating stroke and landed at Bridgepoint Active Healthcare for rehabilitative treatment. You’ll also discover how Mount Sinai’s Newton Glassman Charitable Foundation Neonatal Intensive Care Unit give parents like Ashley and Jake the necessary tools to be a critical part of their son Grayson’s care team. And you’ll see how the Adult Day Program at Circle of Care provides stimulating programming for people with dementia and offers a much-needed break for caregivers. Many of us will find ourselves becoming caregivers at some point in our lives. Join us as we shine a light on the challenges and rewards of this important role.
