Caregiver Stress
Nature Mindfulness Meditations for Caregivers | Caregiver Support Services
Nature Mindfulness Meditations for Caregivers If at any point you have thought or said some version of, “I don’t have time to relax….” due to your obligations as a caregiver, read on. Time is not your enemy, your to-do list is. Put it down and walk away…just for a few minutes. No need to panic,…
Read MoreCaregivers: Why We Care , Why We Stay , Why We Leave
Caregiver Wellness and the Honor in Caregivers Asking for Help ®Research Report Caregivers manage the physical, emotional, spiritual and practical needs of a loved one or client while managing their own lives, meet families and careers, providing care for a loved one or client can result in chronic stress and compromised and the caregivers physical,…
Read More5 Tips to Enhance your Wellness as a Caregiver
Caring for an aging parent or child with special needs is a journey that can be both rewarding and challenging. Caring for an elder or a child with special needs, can result in challenges and difficulties that can ultimately take a toll on your physical health and emotional wellbeing. Certain emotions such as grief, hopelessness,…
Read MoreCoping with Caregiver Stress without Resorting to Alcohol or Drugs
Caregiving—caring for a loved one or client who is unable care for themselves, can be a rewarding and challenging experience. If you are a full-time caregiver with little experience, or if you have health issues of your own you may experience high levels of distress. It is not uncommon for you to suffer from stress,…
Read More5 Ways to Boost your Self-Development During Self-Isolation
It has happened to most of us, especially those who work in settings where social distancing is difficult: someone in your inner circle tested positive for COVId-19, so you must self-isolate. When you are a caregiver, there can be a dilemma about your next steps. Of course, your loved one or clients’ safety should come…
Read More5 Simple and Safe DIY Projects to Help Caregivers Pass Time while Social Distancing at Home
With so many of us stuck at home due to COVID-19 social distancing, we are all searching for ways to stay busy. Streaming movies and relaxing can be wonderful ways to spend time and calm anxieties, but you may find yourself desiring more productive activities to help pass the time while you are social…
Read MoreLooking Ahead: Planning for Long-Term Care Before You Need It
You’re diligently saving money for retirement, so you’ll be able to live comfortably as you age. But if you’re not accounting for long-term care costs, you could be in for an unpleasant surprise. Many adults don’t realize that long-term care isn’t covered by most health insurance, and as a result, fail to plan for this…
Read MoreFamous Family Caregivers: 21 Celebrities Who Have Cared for Family Members
Most caregivers never expected to be in that role. It isn’t something we plan for. The reality is maybe we should. It may be short term, like after a parent has knee replacement, or it may be for years if a parent or spouse is diagnosed with dementia. Either way, it may seem overwhelming at…
Read MoreBenefits Abound for Seniors and Caregivers Engaging in Yoga and Meditation
When it comes to health, yoga and meditation can be particularly positive additions to virtually anyone’s lifestyle. Whether you’re a senior, caregiver, or love someone who fits one of those descriptions, making these practices part of the routine can mean reaping particularly important benefits. Read on for information about all there is to gain and…
Read MoreFour Tips to Improve your Social Wellness as a Caregiver
Lack of social support from your family and friends can have negative implications for your health and wellness as a caregiver. In fact, researchers suggest that maintaining poor social networks could have the same psychosocial and biomedical risk factors as cigarette smoking. Poor social support among caregivers is also associated with increased mortality, depression,…
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