By Janie McQueen — 2020
Hiring outside help can bring respite for everyone’s benefit.
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When you are caring for a loved one with a long-term illness, caregiving becomes a marathon rather than a sprint.
Some simple steps and a change in thinking can help lessen the load of caregiving. Pick what feels right to you.
Mothers caring for both children and aging parents often feel overextended, but they can manage stress by identifying triggers, self-care, and asking for support.
When an older family member needs help, many people struggle to find the time to provide assistance to their relative amidst the many other commitments crowding their lives. Often, it is hard to figure out just how much help is really necessary.
Why it’s completely normal to feel bad about caregiving, and what to do to make it better.
An attitude of heightened awareness and focused attention can have great benefits.
You can ease your stress with a few simple techniques that don’t take a lot of time. Try these methods to ratchet down the tension.
Caregiving for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease can be an isolating journey that’s both physically and emotionally taxing.
If you know someone with PTSD, there are ways you can help. In fact, you can be very beneficial to their recovery, but only if you also care for yourself, too.
Whether you feel guilty for taking time out for yourself, or if you just feel like you don’t have the time to take, consider this perspective: If you don’t take care of yourself, you won’t have anything left to give.