Caring for someone with HIV/AIDS is a serious responsibility, which can create a situation as stressful for you as for the person who is sick, so taking care of yourself as well as the person with AIDS is important (see respite care and taking care of yourself). You will have to work with the person to decide what needs to be done, how much you can do, and when additional help is needed. It may not feel like it sometimes, but rising to the challenges of caring for someone with the HIV infection and AIDS can be an emotionally rewarding experience for you both.
The links on the right will be a valuable source of information and support, as can your local carers centres, other charitable organisations and your social services; you may also like to meet people in the same situation by posting a message on our discussion boards or visiting our online chat room.
(published with permission in writing from:http://www.carers.org)
