Whether you care for an aging parent, a spouse, or a child with complex needs, you may feel that you should be able to handle everything on your own. And when your friends congratulate you on how strong you are, how much they admire your selfless work, it becomes that much harder to ask for help. We are here to tell you that caregiving doesn’t have to be a solo journey.

You have made a compassionate decision to care for a loved one at home. Now you want to find ways to make them safe while making your home comfortable for your whole family. Here are a few ways we recommend turning your home into a care-friendly environment—one where God’s peace can lead to healing.

Becoming a caregiver is done out of love. It may happen suddenly, or be expected, but the feelings of uncertainty, frustration, and responsibility can quickly set in when you don’t know what to do. Whether you are caring for a parent, spouse, child, or another loved one, it is normal to feel overwhelmed. You are not alone.