Care for the Caregiver
Care for the Caregiver Articles for Caregivers
Summer Travel Plans for Caregivers
Taking a successful vacation when you are a caregiver requires planning and coordination. Here is some information and questions to consider when planning your time away from home. more
Stress and the Holidays: Coping Strategies to Keep you Sane
Every year, the media bombards us with advertisements showing the “happy family” gathering for the holidays. People from different generations are together, having a wonderful time, sharing traditions of old and creating new ones as well. more
Popping the Cork: A New Year's Resolution for Caregivers
Before the ball drops in Times Square, promise yourself this year will be the year you become your own best caregiver. Resolve to do what thousands of others need to do – make time for yourself more
The Realm of Resiliency
Caregivers know what it's like to face adversity. The ability to bend without breaking, hold steady when a gale-force of stressors threaten stability, to remain curious through confusion and energized by uncertainty–skills needed by every caregiver more
The Art of Multitasking and Still Remaining Focused
Caregiving itself is an art. Many today are part of the Sandwich Generation who find themselves caring for both young children and teenagers as well as aging parents. more
7 Essential Do’s and Don'ts for People Caring for Caregivers
I decided to write this article to provide some tips to the wonderful people who are caring for caregivers. more
When Caregiving is Not Enough - Finding Good Homecare
Anyone who has ever looked for home-based care for a loved one comprehends what a daunting experience it can be. more
The ABCs of Caregiving
If you’re facing the new role of caregiver, here are some tips to help you succeed. more
Top Ten Ways To Care For Yourself
1. Keep a journal. Start today. Describe your fears as well as your hopes, the reality of what each day is like, more
Releasing Resentment
Caregivers love to help people. It is a good feeling to comfort and give aid to someone in need. This support can also take its toll. There is a great responsibility and at times a burden that is felt in the caregiver role. more
Dealing with Caregiver Guilt
Caregivers often carry around undeserved guilt, believing that they aren’t doing enough for their loved ones. This guilt can make the caregiving role even more stressful than it already is. more
Emotional Fatigue
To deal with it, you need to recognize it more
Nip Depression in the Bud
Warning Signs to Look For Caregivers need to be especially aware of depression because of the great load they carry. more
Heat Stress in the Elderly
Elderly people (that is, people aged 65 years and older) are more prone to heat stress than younger people for several reasons: more
7 Emotional and Physical Well-Being Tips for Male Caregivers
Men account for almost 40% of the caregiver population. Here are seven emotional and physical tips for male caregivers. more
Caring At Work
Are you one of the 65 million Americans who care for a family member? One of the 20-50% of employees who tend to a loved one before going to work, then return to care again after a long hard day on the job? more
Remembering Mimi and Learning How to Balance Life
How do we balance our needs with the needs of those around us? Maybe it is okay that we don’t know the answer as long as we are searching. Finding the balance is truly an art form. more
The Sandwich Generation
“Sandwich Generation.” caregivers find themselves squeezed in between caring for children and their elder parents or other elder loved ones. more
When and How To Say "No" to Caregiving
How does a caregiver know when he or she can no longer manage the daily caregiving routines and planning responsibilities? more
Finding Adult Day Care Options
Caregivers who are just beginning their journey may feel adult day care services are for later stages of their loved one’s situation. The sooner caregivers locate and enroll their family member in a program more
