Posts Tagged ‘Self-care.’
Caring for an Aging Parent
Caring for an aging parent can be challenging. As a caregiver, you play a vital role in taking care of your loved one by understanding the demands on your time and mental well-being. Undoubtedly, caregiving is a satisfying experience, but it also comes with various daily challenges. The following are tips on how you might…
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 MoreA Joint-Friendly Regime for All
Joint pain is a common issue as we age. In fact, according to a nationwide telephone survey published by the pain management services of Stanford Hospital & Clinic at Stanford University, almost one in five older adults’ experiences chronic pain. Yet, the majority do not understand the cause of the pain leading some to rely…
Read MoreCaregivers: 13 Foods that Promote Recovery and Healing
After intensive surgery, it’s vital to take post-operative care seriously. Nutrition is one of the most critical aspects of ensuring that the body has everything that it needs to heal. The American Cancer Society highly recommends a proper nutrition-filled diet to rebuild tissue and ultimately regain your strength. However, there is a lot of food…
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 MoreWhat Will we do all Day? 8 Questions to Determine what Lifestyle you want Post-Retirement
Most of us look forward to retirement for a lifetime. Finally, after decades of being on someone else’s time, it’s an opportunity for true and total freedom. But according to the latest Retirement Confidence Survey conducted by the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI), the majority of workers haven’t even started thinking about what they’ll do…
Read MoreThe Clock Never Stop for Caregivers: 4 Benefits of Yoga for You and Your Loved One
Yoga isn’t just an activity for 20-somethings who have the physical dexterity to master the Peacock or King Pigeon poses. There are many ways to modify this artistic exercise so that men and women of all ages can safely participate. Yoga, in all its forms, is a simple step toward self-improvement. It can lower anxiety,…
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