Caring for a parent or older loved one is a selfless act that can be both rewarding and challenging. As a caregiver, it’s important to remember that you need to take time for yourself, too. When you’re overdue for a much-needed temporary break from the demands of caregiving, respite care offers a wonderful solution. During […]
Caring for the Caregiver: How to Prevent Caregiver Burnout
Learn how to recognize and prevent caregiver burnout before it happens. […]
Self-Care for Caregivers: How to Prevent Stress and Burnout
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and support the more than 34 million Americans who provide regular unpaid care for an older family member. According to the Family Caregiver Alliance, family caregivers spend an average of 24.4 hours per week performing caregiving duties, and nearly 1 in 4 caregivers spend more […]
4 Tips for Managing and Preventing Caregiver Stress
According to a 2015 report, about 34.2 million Americans provide unpaid care to an adult aged 50 and older, usually a parent, spouse or other relative. As the primary caregiver, they may provide help with a range of personal care activities for their older loved one, including dressing, grooming, medication management, grocery shopping, meal preparation, […]
How to Recognize and Prevent Senior Caregiver Burnout
Are you the sole caregiver of an older loved one? Caregivers often invest more than their time and energy into caring for seniors. Caregiving can be demanding physically, mentally, emotionally, and even financially, leading to stress and ultimately burnout. If you are the sole caregiver of a senior, it’s important to remember to care for […]
