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The Fundamentals of Caring quotes

  • Dot: I have exactly one life, and for reasons I myself don't really understand, I now believe that life somehow will not be fulfilled unless I'm standing at the bottom of the worlds deepest pit with you two perverts!

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    Caregiving Instructor: Caregiving is not just about feeding and clothing and cleaning. It is also about understanding how to navigate a complicated relationship between those who give care, and those who are in need of it. If you find yourself lost, frustrated, confused, you can always come back to this helpful mnemonic device: ALOHA. Ask, Listen, Observe, Help, Ask again.

    Caregiving Instructor: The fundamentals of caregiving are to give care... but not care too much. If you truly want a lasting career in caregiving, you'll need to adhere to the caregiver commandments. Write these down, they're important. I cannot take care of another unless I first take care of myself...