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When Does a Family Caregiver Need Care of Their Own?

2021-02-08T15:20:20-05:00

Although being an informal caregiver is a labor of love, managing those duties along with a household and job can be very physically and emotionally demanding. As a caregiver, here’s how to know when’s time for you to take a well-deserved break, along with some healthy ways to stay refreshed. 

When Does a Family Caregiver Need Care of Their Own?2021-02-08T15:20:20-05:00

Organizational Caregiving Tips for the New Year

2020-12-27T18:42:34-05:00

One of the keys to staying refreshed as a caregiver is organization. If your organizational skills could use a little fine-tuning, the perfect time to make changes is at the start of a new year. Here are five organizational tips that will help you improve your caregiving efficiency.  

Organizational Caregiving Tips for the New Year2020-12-27T18:42:34-05:00

5 Stress-Reducing Activities that are Safe for Seniors

2020-10-15T13:25:51-04:00

Chronic stress can cause serious health problems that interfere with a senior’s ability to age in place. On the other hand, finding safe and reliable ways to decompress is one of the keys to enjoying a happier, more fulfilling life. What follows are five stress-reducing activities that most seniors can safely participate in.

5 Stress-Reducing Activities that are Safe for Seniors2020-10-15T13:25:51-04:00

Caregiver Anxiety: How to Keep Stress and Worry from Overwhelming You

2020-06-03T21:35:40-04:00

In general, anxiety is caused by different triggers. Caregiver anxiety oftentimes results from feeling stressed out because you’re constantly worrying about your loved one, and maybe even second-guessing the care that you are providing them with. Let unaddressed, caregiver anxiety can lead to these physical and emotional problems...

Caregiver Anxiety: How to Keep Stress and Worry from Overwhelming You2020-06-03T21:35:40-04:00

4 Goals to Improve Your Wellbeing as a Caregiver

2020-01-11T14:18:34-05:00

Many informal caregivers battle stress, anxiety and fatigue that eventually place their health and wellbeing at risk. If you currently find yourself in this challenging position, it’s important to set goals that protect your wellbeing so you can continue providing the level of care that your loved one deserves. Here are 4 goals that should be at the top of every caregiver’s list.

4 Goals to Improve Your Wellbeing as a Caregiver2020-01-11T14:18:34-05:00

Caring for a Senior After a Stroke

2019-08-18T15:16:54-04:00

Ranking right up there with losing their freedom and independence, one of the biggest fears that aging in place older Americans face is suffering a stroke. Thousands of seniors suffer strokes every year, making it the leading cause of permanent disabilities in the elderly population.

Caring for a Senior After a Stroke2019-08-18T15:16:54-04:00

How to Avoid Unhealthy Behaviors to Relieve Caregiver Stress

2019-09-06T22:02:16-04:00

Providing daily living assistance to an aging in place loved one is highly rewarding, but it’s also sometimes tiring and frustrating. Caregiver stress is common, or even a clinical condition known as “caregiver burnout”, which can lead to strained relationships with coworkers and close family members.

How to Avoid Unhealthy Behaviors to Relieve Caregiver Stress2019-09-06T22:02:16-04:00
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