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Self care is not selfish

Information, training and tips that help you STAY HEALTHY AS A FAMILY CAREGIVER!

Physical self-care.
Tips on finding the time to eat well, rest, keep doctors’ appointments, exercise.

Mental well-being.
How to avoid burnout by reducing stress, fatigue, anxiety, guilt, loneliness.

Spiritual fitness.
Ways to help yourself believe that you are enough, you’re doing the best you can, and it is ok to ask for help.

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What you Otter Know about Personalities

“Life is a Zoo: Understanding Personalities to Facilitate Communication in Health Care,”

Quotes

Caregiver Quotes of Note

Check out some words of wisdom, insight or appreciation about caregiving and caregivers.

Seasonal

Summer Vacation.. Whats That?

As a caregiver a summer vacation may seem like an overwhelming or impossible plan. Who will take care of your loved one? What happens if they have a fall?

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Seasonal

Celebrate Independence

Being independent with even the smallest of tasks will promote physical, mental, social and emotional health for your loved one.

Dementia
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Brain Health

“When people keep their minds active, their thinking skills are less likely to decline, medical research shows. So games, puzzles, and other types of brain training may help slow memory loss and othe...

Recipes

Go Green for Energy

Being a caregiver takes a lot of ENERGY! If you haven’t already, it’s a great idea to join the Green Smoothie bandwagon.

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Who Has Your Back?

Every caregiver should think about what their backup plan is if an unfortunate event occurs and you are no long able to care for your loved one.

Quotes

Caregiver Quotes of Note

Check out some words of wisdom, insight or appreciation about caregiving and caregivers.

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Chicken Soup for the Caregiver

Looking for your next book to get lost in? A Place for Mom put together a great list of family caregiver books .

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Wanna “Hang”?

Calling all young caregivers- I just came across a great online support resource for the busy, younger caregiver. Check out this "Google Hangout".