Recognizing the signs it's time for a nursing home is key to the health and quality of life of your loved one. Here are the questions to ask yourself.
Caregiving can be a rewarding but demanding way of life. Sometimes it’s easy for the caregiver to put aside their needs in the process of caring for a loved one or a patient. Without making the time to rest, relax and rejuvenate, the many stresses of caregiving can build up to a point where it’s… Continue reading Tips to Prevent Caregiver Stress and Burnout
By Karen M. Wyatt, M.D., for The Huffington Post The National Alliance for Caregiving estimates that each year 65.7 million Americans, or 29% of the adult population, provide care for an ill or disabled relative in their home. Furthermore, these family caregivers spend an average of 20 hours per week fulfilling the needs of their loved ones,… Continue reading Tips for Staying Healthy While Being a Caregiver for Someone Else
It can be very hard to find even a few minutes to oneself when in the middle of caregiving, but it is important to prevent caregiver burnout.