Posts Tagged ‘Caregiver Wellness’
Your Guide to Preventing Cancer and Helping your Loved Ones
Did you know that October is Cancer Awareness month? With this in mind, at Caregiver Support Services, we have decided to put together a guide that will teach you the basics of cancer, how you can prevent it and how you can cope if a loved one has cancer. What is cancer? Although cancer has…
Read MoreOn the Edge of Caregiver Burnout?
Whether it’s your chosen profession or something you’ve had to learn in order to support a loved one, there’s little doubt that – as rewarding as it can be – caregiving can also occasionally be stressful and emotionally demanding. Having someone rely on you is a deep responsibility especially when your loved one or client…
Read More4 Tips for First Time Caregivers
Former First Lady of the United State Rosalynn Carter, famously stated, ”there are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.” Her words lend credence to the fact that there is a chance that…
Read More5 Tips to Help you Provide the Best Care
The rate of caregiving in the U.S. has spiked from 16.6% in 2015 to 19.2% this year, and caregivers are also commonly caring for more than one individual at a time. America’s aging population is expanding the already existing deficit of professional caregivers, and many family members are having to intervene and provide care for…
Read MoreMental Well-being: Signs you can Look for as a Caregiver
Mental wellness can become a challenge at any point in your life. However, as one ages there are several issues that can negatively impact one’s mental well-being. If you are a caregiver, you should be on the lookout for mental signs of mental distress among your elderly clients and loved ones. In this article, we…
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