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Families coping
with a health crisis

When Chronic Illness Strikes!
When Chronic Illness Strikes!
Coping with chronic illness is one of the
greatest challenges many people have to
face. The effect is not usually a one
person affair, but is shared by those
close to the one with the long term .
illness. Most often every member of the
family is affected whether they
recognize it or not. Major adjusments
probably have to be made to assist.
the loved one. Not only do family
members have to learn new skills, but
must also adjust their attitudes, emotions,
life-styles, and routines. So how can
others outside the family help?
By being available Some people may
refrain from visiting because they feel
they do not know what to say and
others may be imposing. While being
sensitive to the families need for
privacy, be available to help where
needed. Assisting with transportation or
or food and other day to day necessities
may be appreciated. The right kind of
support can do much to help families
cope with the stress of chronic illness.
The Bible puts it this way: "A friend is
a loving companion at all times, and a
brother is born to share troubles."
-Proverbs 17:17