Has a loved one been diagnosed with prostate cancer? This quick guide provides tips and resources so you can take care of your needs as a caregiver.
Care for the Prostate Cancer Caregiver
As a caregiver, you are more than someone who helps—you are a trusted partner in your loved one’s cancer journey. These tips and resources can help you feel more confident and prepared.
Caregiving Action Steps: What You Can Do
Go to Doctor Visits
• Write down questions before visits (find questions at zerocancer.org/questions-for-your-doctor) • Take notes or record the visit • Ask the doctor to write down hard medical words • Ask about side effects and clinical trials • You can see more than one doctor—this is normal
One of the best ways to learn about prostate cancer is by attending health care visits. This helps you both understand what is happening.
• Listen to your loved one and give them space when needed • Make decisions together • Spend time together every day • Think about talking to a counselor • If you are partners, ask the care team about intimacy—there is help available • Do something you enjoy every day • Talk about your feelings with family, friends, or a support group • Get enough rest and sleep • Eat healthy foods and exercise • See your own doctor • Ask friends and family for help with meals, rides, and tasks
Caring Together
You don’t have to have all the answers - be present, listen, and support each other.
Taking Care of You
Being a caregiver is hard work. Make your well-being a priority so you can care for yourself and others.
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Caregiver Checklist: Taking small steps can make a big difference. Use the chart below to help you get started.
ACTIVITY
DAILY
WEEKLY MONTHLY
Do something active (walk, yoga, exercise, garden)
Eat a healthy snack
Take time to relax (read, nap, meditate, pray)
Plan something fun together
Meet with friends
Make a healthy meal together
Write down health care appointments and questions
Make a list of all medicines
Help and Support
ZERO360 Helpline: zerocancer.org/zero360 • Call: 1-844-ZERO360 (937-6360) • Case managers help with insurance, connect to financial resources, and other support
Support Groups: zerocancer.org/supportgroups • Meet with other caregivers online or in-person
Online Groups • Caregiver group: facebook.com/groups/2286778125084721 • General prostate cancer group: zero.inspire.com • Ask questions and get support For more information and more tips for caregivers and families: zerocancer.org/caregivers . Or, scan the QR code.
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