Pbs Learning Media: Point of View: The Genius of Marian: The Art of Caregiving

In this instructional activity, students delve into the role of family members acting as caregivers for those who are ill, elderly, disabled or otherwise not able to care for themselves regularly and efficiently. Students examine what family caregivers do, what their unique qualities are and how they cope with the challenges caregiving presents. Students determine the type of support system caregiving family members need in order to take care of others and themselves.