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Unmedical Medical exists for the spouses, parents, kids, and friends who suddenly find themselves responsible for someone else’s health. We’re not here to sell miracle cures or bury you in jargon. We teach real skills, share hard-earned lessons, and give you the kind of straight talk you wish someone had given you sooner.

This is a space for caregivers to learn, laugh, vent, and get the tools they need to keep going. Whether you’re fighting through red tape, running on fumes at 3 AM, or trying to remember the last time you ate something besides vending machine crackers, you’re in the right place.

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The Unmedical Manual for Caregivers translates big, scary medical jargon into plain, human language so you can give great care without losing yourself in the process.

Caregiving isn’t theory — it’s real life, messy, stressful, and sometimes thankless. These aren’t fancy quotes or clinical checklists. These are the street rules. The stuff you hold onto at 2 a.m. when you’re exhausted, scared, and still have to keep going. They’re blunt, simple, and true — the bridge between medical know-how and the reality of being human while you care for another.

🛠️ The Unmedical Street Rules of Caregiving

  1. Wash your damned hands.

  2. Have patience — with them and with yourself.

  3. Don’t make things harder or worse than they already are.

  4. Ask questions until you understand, and then ask again.

  5. It’s okay to say this sucks. You showed up, and that’s more than most.

  6. If you’re tired, slow down, and take a breath before you mess up.

  7. Remember: you’re human, not a machine.

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Caring for others will not be wasted time, and know that if a clown like me can do it, you will do fine if not better.

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