Care for the Caregiver
Care for the Caregiver Articles for Caregivers
Surviving as a Caregiver During a Global Pandemic
Caregivers can struggle with anxiety resulting from loneliness and isolation. The challenges those caring for family members face may lead to depression and other health issues. Read more
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The Value of Friendship
I’ve learned many things since I began taking care of my 85-year-old grandmother three years ago. I’ve learned many things since I began taking care of my 85-year-old grandmother three years ago. Read more
Respite: Enjoy a Guilt-Free Summer
Why is it that the words “respite” and “guilt” seem to go hand in hand? Why do caregivers feel we are somehow failing our loved one by admitting that we need help, Read more
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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? Read more
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Children as Caregivers
Whether it’s a parent, step-parent, grandparent, sibling or non-relative, children also take on the role of caregivers, Read more
Holidays, Gifts and Stress
Even if you’re not a caregiver, the threat of the holidays being right around the corner strikes instant fear, terror and major stress into the hearts of almost everyone. However, there is hope for caregivers to enjoy the holiday season... Read more
Involving Others in Your Caregiving
Receiving some extra help or consideration from others goes a long way to helping you deal with the daily rigors of life. Read more
Six Steps to Reduce Caregiver Stress
Stress doesn’t just affect your mood—it can have long-term health impacts as well if you don’t take steps to manage it constructively. For individuals who face the stressful task of caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease... Read more
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Feeling Stressed?
Have you been feeling more stressed than usual? Many people are during these challenging times. The COVID-19 pandemic has many people feeling overwhelmed. Read 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. Read more
The Blues: A Wellspring of Peace
How many times have you had "the blues?" Feeling blue or down is often the result of a combination of things: physical and emotional fatigue, a sense of loss or hopelessness that things will never change. Read more
COVID-19 Manage Anxiety and Stress
The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Read more
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Coping with Post Traumatic Caregiving
According to a 2015 AARP study, over 40 million Americans are caregivers. While we know a lot about the experiences of this group—the financial, mental and emotional impact—what is not always clear is how they entered into their caregiver roles. Read more
Strategies for Special Holidays
The holidays also are a time that can be particularly challenging for a caregiver. It is a time during which the changes in one’s life are highlighted and there are additional demands placed upon on an already stressed life. Read more
Trust Your Instincts
Adult Day Care is a community-based program. There are more than 4,000 centers across the country with more than 78 percent operating on a non-profit basis. nursing ho Read more
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. Read 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, Read more
Eight Ways To Add More Joy To Your Life
Being a caregiver of a loved one, part of the sandwich generation taking care of a family member who has a chronic or debilitating disease can take a toll on you physically and emotionally especially when it comes to your joy. Read more
Transformational Self-Care
If you are caring for someone with a chronic illness, disabilities or age-related issues, I know you hear this all the time, “You need to take better care of yourself.” I don’t care who it comes from, it feels like a slap in the face. Read more
