Supporting a Loved One on #GivingTuesday
Are you supporting a loved one who struggles to maintain a healthy work-life balance while caregiving for an ailing family member? Wondering how you can reduce the stress your loved one faces?
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#CaregivingHappens: National Family Caregivers Month
November is National Family Caregivers month, a time where we recognize and honor the more than 53 million Americans who care for their aging or disabled loved ones.
A Guide to Celebrating National Senior Citizens Day
National Senior Citizens Day, a day to acknowledge the accomplishments and show our appreciation to all of the senior citizens in our lives.
The Prescription for Self-Care When Caregiving in the Summer
While family caregiving is a rewarding experience, it also brings about challenges that can make caregivers feel overwhelmed, anxious, and burned out. With National Friendship Day (July 30th) and National Relaxation Day (August 15th) this summer, it is the perfect prescription to find time for some caregiver self-care.
Top Challenges Faced by Family Caregivers: How Do We Address These?
According to a study conducted by the AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC), there are more than 53 million Americans providing unpaid caregiving. While family caregiving can be a rewarding experience, caregivers can face unexpected challenges that can leave them feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and/or restless.
Personal Resilience for Caregivers: What Is It and How Do I Strengthen It?
Why do some caregivers experience high levels of gratification and positive return, but others experience burnout and stress from caregiving? When examining these two outcomes, it is important to recognize an important factor: resilience.
My Journey with Thyroid Disease
Thyroid disease remains close to my heart as I suffer from hypothyroidism and understand the struggles and difficulties with living with this disease.
4 Ways to Increase Patient Engagement
One of the top priorities for healthcare providers should be to ensure that patients are active participants in their treatment, care plans, and overall well being.
Top Tips To Help Caregivers & Parents Manage Their Family’s Medication
Managing medication for a loved one is difficult & confusing. Some of us have to organize so many pills & all of us have so many questions. Is this safe? Can these two pills be taken at the same time? It can feel overwhelming. The information & brochures that come with prescriptions & over-the-counter medication are hard to read and don’t make much sense. When you have questions, it can be difficult to find