Because family and friends often do not know what to do, care partners sometimes do not receive the help they need.

When someone says "If there is anything I can do..." that is the time to reply with "as a matter of fact, I need help with my

groceries!" Many people want to help, they just don't know how. Identifying what you need help with should make asking a

little easier.

Download and print a copy of the activity sheet below. Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with what you see.

In the chart on the activity sheet make a list of all the things that you can use help with. Use as many tables as you need. Using the information generated in the circle of support "cloud" exercise, list who you could ask for help.

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