Blog~Resources for Caring
The journey of caregiving is full of both highs and lows and often extends far beyond what we ever imagined possible. Throughout a caring season, practicing gratitude shines as a powerful tool that positively influences our experiences and well-being. The practice of...
Blog~Resources for Caring
In the heart of every caregiver lies a wellspring of strength, compassion, and dedication. Yet, amidst the daily challenges and emotional toll of caregiving, it’s easy to overlook one’s spiritual well-being. During my season of caregiving, my connection...
Blog~Resources for Caring
1. Reflect on Your Limits: Take some time to understand your own physical, emotional, and time boundaries. Knowing your limits is the first step to communicating them effectively. 2. Prioritize Tasks: Make a list of caregiving tasks and prioritize them. Identify what...
Blog~Resources for Caring
What is a Memory Cafe? A Memory Cafe is a gathering of those who are living with memory loss and their care partner. We meet for 2 hours every second Saturday of the month. Our meetings provide a pressure-free environment both for the family members and those living...
Blog~Resources for Caring
Emotional resilience is the ability to successfully cope with change or misfortune. Even when afraid, resilient people respond to life’s challenges with courage and emotional stamina. While we can’t always control what life brings, we can use adversity as an...
Blog~Resources for Caring
Do you give the gift of listening? Need some tips on becoming a better listener. Real listening can be learned. Research and books such as The Lost Art of Listening: How Learning to Listen Can Improve Relationships, by Michael Nichols, and Mortimer Adler’s How to...
