I am 59 years old. Suffer depression from caregiver burnout.

[bullyadvocate18]

Sometimes I just do not want to get out of bed. I take Prozac50 mg. This is a live in position leaving me very little time for myself. When I try to get away for myself, something happens. My health is affected.

[Agora1]

Being a full time caregiver is immensely difficult and wearing. No one can possibly be on call 24/7 without it having an effect on your body as well as your mind. Is there no relief for you in taking care of yourself? If you burn out, they will have no one. You need to take care of you before you can take care of someone else. You need a respite .

[Sprinkle1]

Hi, I was a care giver for 10 years, some live in some 4/5 days a week 12 hour shifts. After 10 years I burnt out and had to get out. I think you are asking way too much of yourself, no wonder your body is breaking down. Remember "We are human beings - Not human doings". I would say get out, find part time position, there are lots of them out there, but be carefull some people are greedy and self centered and do not want to pay a due rate. Or perhaps you have an old career your can fall back on, or if needs be train for something new. Do not risk your health (especially mental) for an unhealthy reason. You deserve to feel well and enjoy your life, depression is no way to live. Take care of yourself. I wish you well. Been there done that. Sprinkle 1.

[newhope]

Hang in there. We see you! Stay strong. Find what you love and hang onto it.