Sponsored by Senior Provider’s Network Yesterday I was living a normal married life, raising two wonderful children, and working at my dream job. Today, I’m an unemployed family caregiver, caring for my mother full-time at home. I’m stretched between my children and my mother, and it’s taking a toll on my marriage and finances. I do everything I can to support my family. Where…
In the relentless and emotionally demanding role of caregiving, moments of true respite can feel scarce and fleeting. While self-care is often prescribed, finding immediate, accessible relief in the middle of a stressful day is a common challenge. What if one of the simplest, most powerful tools for combating caregiver stress and anxiety was as close as your headphones? This post explores…
In the quiet moments between doctor’s appointments, medication schedules, and the endless list of to-dos, have you ever felt a wave of emotion so strong it seems to drown out everything else? You are not alone. The journey of caregiving, filled with profound love and deep responsibility, can also be a path where stress and overwhelm feel like constant companions. What if…
You are pouring your heart, time, and energy into caring for a loved one, a role filled with silent sacrifices and unconditional love. So, why does it sometimes feel like the sharpest pains come not from the physical demands but from unexpected criticism from family or friends? That unsolicited comment about how you should do things differently, or the hurtful suggestion that…
Picture this: you’re so busy caring for someone else that you don’t notice the exhaustion weighing down your own shoulders. You tell yourself, “I’m fine,” or “Others have it worse,” while the quiet toll of caregiving – the sleepless nights, the constant worry, the slow surrender of your own needs – builds like a rising tide. For many dedicated caregivers, stress isn’t…
If you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, you might often feel like you’re navigating a complex journey without a map. Each day can bring new challenges, leaving you overwhelmed and searching for direction. The good news is you don’t have to find your way alone. Built on practical experience and essential wisdom, these six foundational tips offer a clear…
An important part of managing caregiver stress is addressing the strong emotions that inevitably arise. It’s tempting to push these feelings away or try to ignore them, but if they aren’t dealt with, they can seriously damage your health. Caring.com shares expert tips on identifying 7 common caregiver emotions, the risks of not dealing with them, and what you can do to…
Fear of failure in caregiving can be overcome One of the most stressful things about caregiving is fear of failure. This happens because there’s no instruction manual, most situations are new and different, and there’s no way to know if what you’re doing is “right.” To avoid becoming paralyzed or overwhelmed by this fear, it’s important to understand why we feel this…
Caregivers can feel overwhelmed by anxiety Caring for an older adult is a consistently tough job. The stress can build up and suddenly get to a point where the anxiety and emotions intensify until you feel completely overwhelmed. You could be filled with anxiety, fear, or nausea. You might even feel like you’re having an out-of-body experience. To quickly break out of…
When you’re caring for an older adult it can be difficult to set the boundaries and expectations you need to manage stress and prevent burnout. Lee Elliott shares 6 tips that help you keep expectations at a realistic level and find time to care for your own needs. Providing care for another person has the potential for burnout, stress, fatigue, and…
