It’s Okay for Waldenström Macroglobulinemia Caregivers to Accept Help

When you become a blood cancer caregiver, your life often shifts in the blink of an eye. One day, you’re making dinner and chatting about your weekend plans. The next, you’re learning how to manage medication schedules, take vitals, or recognize signs of fatigue.
Lymphoma Caregivers Deserve a Mental Health Break

Why taking time for yourself is a wise strategy
When someone you love is going through chemotherapy or another serious illness, being their caregiver becomes your top priority. You’re their advocate, protector, and soft place to land.
However, many caregivers often overlook the fact that they need care, too.
Taking time for yourself isn’t selfish. It’s not optional. It’s essential to your mental, physical, and emotional well-being. And research shows that caregivers who practice self-care not only stay healthier, they provide better, more sustainable support to their loved ones.