Caregiving Issues
Burnout: What It Is and How to Heal Burnout is a state of mental, physical and emotional exhaustion, caused by prolonged and intense stress, which can occur in any part of life. People who suffer from burnout often feel overwhelmed, under-appreciated, unfulfilled and stuck in a rut. It's
Stress Management
Caregiving is the most guilt producing role we will ever take on in our lives. How we respond to the guilt will affect the actions we take or the decisions we make. Learn how to overcome feelings of guilt
Caring for the caregiver
Caring for aging parents can be a rewarding but also a challenging experience. In this post, we discuss the realities of caregiver burnout and offer tips for male caregivers, like Harvey, who are caring for elderly parents.
Stress Management
Caring for others can be a rewarding but also stressful experience. In this article, we discuss the importance of self-neglect and depression in caregivers and offer tips on how to prioritize self-care to prevent burnout. By taking care of ourselves, we can better care for those in our charge.
Healthy Aging
Discover the amazing health benefits of laughter, including enhanced immune system, decreased stress levels, and a potential prevention of heart disease.
Caregiver Support
Samantha shares her personal story of caring for her mother-in-law with multiple health issues and the challenges and rewards of in-home care and the decision to place her in a nursing home
Caring for the caregiver
In this blog post, we’ll explore the essential practice of mental health self-care for caregivers and provide you with tips and resources to help maintain your well-being while caring for others.
Caring for the caregiver
Taking on the role of a caregiver can be overwhelming and lead to negative emotions. Learn strategies to avoid stress, anger, and guilt while caring for a family member.
Stress Management
Caring for the elderly at home can be overwhelming. Learn how to avoid elder care stress by taking a proactive approach with planning, organizing and documenting.
Stress Management
Prevent caregiver burnout with tips on understanding warning signs & strategies such as exercise, humor, socialization & meditation. Seek professional help.
Stress Management
New research shows that utilizing problem-focused coping strategies can slow the progression of dementia in elderly family members. Learn about specific techniques for managing stress and improving the care environment for those with dementia.
Alternative Approaches to Care
Discover how music therapy can improve the cognitive and emotional well-being of dementia patients. Learn about the science behind the connection between the brain and music, and how it can decrease negative behaviors and increase sociability.