Tag Archives: caregiver
Edlercare
I just read the letter and response from “Worn-Out Brother”, whose senior citizen sibling suffered from alcoholism and needed medical care that his sons weren’t providing. I used to work as a certified nurse assistant in an assisted living facility, … Continue reading
former caregivers
former caregivers who are struggling with what comes next. This is such an important and often overlooked stage of the caregiving journey. Here are a few gentle suggestions for anyone in the post-caregiving chapter: Give yourself time to rest. The physical and … Continue reading
Visiting mom with memory loss
My mom has memory loss and probably depression, and visiting her is just really hard. She’s in assisted living not far from us, and I love her, but I frankly dread visits with her and have a hard time making … Continue reading
caregiver
Here are my tips: Every morning, remind yourself of who you are beyond your caregiving role. Keep a journal or diary of your feelings and frustrations, not just notes about bowel movements and meds. Take longer drives when you take … Continue reading
7 Ways to Handle Caregiver Guilt
Acknowledge the FeelingRecognize when guilt shows up instead of ignoring it. Naming the feeling helps it pass. Check Your ExpectationsAsk yourself if what you’re expecting is humanly possible. Adjust when needed. Avoid ComparisonsDon’t compare your worst days to others’ highlight … Continue reading
