Depression: Care Givers

Aired on Lifetime Television
Sunday, April 8 and May 20, 2007
Show 408

Depression is a common problem among care givers. Estelle, a care giver for her 72-year-old husband Irwin, has found a healthy balance to care giving and making time for herself.  "I got into a routine of makeup and I get up at least a half hour before I wake Irwin up and I put on my makeup for the day and I get myself dressed as if I was going to a party, every day."  Estelle also exercises four days a week and finds time to go shopping. "I really am in a good place right now physically but most of all mentally, I'm in a good place."  Dr. Jamie Huysman says, "Every care giver that comes in contact with Estelle, gets inspired by this woman's story."