Finding a balance between helping and enabling is critical for caregiving, but it’s an area that is often overlooked until it is too late. This post takes a close look at the differences between the two approaches, along with times when stepping back is appropriate.
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How To Reduce Caregiver Stress – Without Changing The Situation
While caregiving comes with many challenges, it doesn’t need to be as difficult as it often seems. In this post, we’re looking at a set of techniques that can help to reduce the weight of caregiving, even if your situation remains unchanged.
How to Change Self-Talk and Decrease Caregiver Stress
Negative self talk often increases stress for caregivers, making their role feel much more challenging than it needs to be.
Why We Can’t Retire – Hasan’s Patriot Act Take on Retirement
Retirement isn’t just an issue for seniors. The challenge impacts every generation, including current caregivers who may not have enough for their own retirement.
How to Improve Resilience in Caregiving
Despite the challenges of caregiving, some caregivers don’t experience negative outcomes. Resilience is a key reason for this.
Realistic Solutions for Caregiver Social Isolation
Many caregivers are isolated and lonely. This can increase their risk for physical and mental health problems, while also making caregiving more stressful. Thankfully, there are ways to find good social connections, even for caregivers who have very little free time.