Caregiver stress is real! And that stress can take a toll on you. Stress can lead to feeling constantly overwhelmed or worried. Unfortunately, it can lead to depression, and even drug or alcohol abuse. Physical problems like headaches and body pains can also result from too much stress. To avoid all the negative side effectsLeer Más
Thinking of gifts for your caregiver friends this time of the year? According to the Family Caregiver Alliance, over 43.5 million people have provided unpaid care in the past year. With so many people caring for loved ones, chances are high that someone on your list is a caregiver. If you’re wondering what to getLeer Más
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common mental health problem. It affects people who have experienced a traumatic life event. That traumatic event could be anything from murder, rape, physical abuse or a national disaster. Regardless of the type of traumatic event a person goes through, it is important that you are familiar with theLeer Más
All of a sudden you find yourself becoming a caregiver for your family. This is new to you. You have a million questions and very few answers. What should you do? Glad you asked! In this post, I want to give you five super simple tips that will help you as a first time caregiver.Leer Más
The doctors have given you the news – your loved one is terminal and they recommend hospice care. This is difficult news no matter who you are. Dealing with the death of a loved one is emotionally devastating. In fact, an adverse event like the death of a loved one can be the trigger eventLeer Más
Taking care of yourself when you’re a caregiver can take a backseat sometimes. After all, as a caregiver you might not only be taking care of an elderly loved one. It is likely you are caring for younger dependents as well. This can certainly put a lot of stress and strain on your body andLeer Más
We all have experienced the unforgiving heat this summer. Some areas that don’t even get as hot during the summer are hitting dangerous record highs. And while the intense heat makes a dip in the ocean even better, the reality is that it can cause severe dehydration for anyone who forgets to hydrate. Dehydration isLeer Más
