Not long ago, talking about the pros and cons of online therapy would be an absurd idea. Why would anyone even choose an online option over in-person therapy? These days, online therapy has become much more common. There are some famous providers, like Talkspace and BetterHelp, along with many private therapists that offer their services […]
Caregiving
How To Find and Use Your Personal Values as a Caregiver
In previous posts, we’ve touched on the idea of your personal values and how these can help you to make good caregiving decisions and find meaning in your life. Today, we’re taking a closer look at values and how you can use them in your life. First though, let’s talk about the underlying idea. Values […]
Cuida a tus padres en su vejez – La sabiduría en los versos de la biblia
En colaboracion con Lisa Pluth de https://www.eachdayanew.com. Léelo en inglés Nosotros escuchamos de nuestros lectores la misma pregunta muchas veces: ¿es suya la obligación y el deber de cuidar de sus padres en la vejez a medida que necesitan más asistencia en el día a día? Varios artículos de nuestro blog Kapok profundizan en varios […]
What Does the Bible Say About Caring for Aging Parents?
A collaboration of bible verses for caregivers between Kapok Aging & Caregiver Resources and Each Day Anew. Read it in Spanish A common question we hear from readers is whether or not it is their obligation and duty to care for an aging parent as they need more assistance with day-to-day tasks. We delve into […]
Proven Caregiving Tips from a Pro
Whether you are caring for a parent, family member or working for a home care agency as I do, these tips apply to you. My Experience Being a seasoned veteran in this field with over 25 years’ experience I have learned that time management is the most important thing when limited to certain hours and […]
How To Be A Caregiver Without Losing Your Identity
Losing sight of yourself as an individual can happen in any relationship and is even more common when you’re caregiving. Here’s how to not only protect yourself, but also grow.