Caregiving in Lockport IL: Men Are Caregivers, Too

Men Are Caregivers, Too Almost half the people who care for an elderly, disabled, or chronically ill family member or friend are men. But the way they cope is different from women.   By Richard Trubo  WebMD Feature Reviewed By Michael Smith Marty Beilin plays many roles in his day-to-day life — from breadwinner to husband to father of two daughters. But for the past five years, he has also found himself thrust into a new and unanticipated role — as primary caregiver for his wife, Debbie, who has multiple sclerosis. "It changed everything," says Marty, who teaches school in the Philadelphia area. "There's shock, denial, anger, guilt, and then finally acceptance." Marty has assumed a long list of responsibilities in caring for his wife who must use a wheelchair…

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