Caregivers: Maintain Your OWN Well-Being
It is well- known in the field of aging, that too often, caregivers of persons with Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Stroke, Parkinson’s Disease, for example, overlook their own health and wellness while taking on the care of a family member. “You can’t take care of others if you don’t take care of yourself” is a common reminder that you will burn out if you don’t improve your life balance, and expand your supports and resources, so you are able to continue for the duration.
A simple to question to answer:
Are you being driven by your caregiving responsibilities, or are you at the wheel??
- “There’s nothing I can do about it….”
- “It’s just the way it is…”
- “I have no time for my own needs…..”
If these sound like your response to that question, its time to get back in the driver’s seat!!
Have you overlooked increasing the following activities, which will help you maintain your health and strength for the long run?
- Exercise
- Nutrition
- Sleep
- Friends, social support
- Enjoyable activity
- Family cooperation and collaboration
- Updated resource information
Getting a handle on these areas will help you maintain your own health, and sense of balance and well-being.
Coaching to improve YOUR health and wellness while caring for an older family member is critical if you want to be the best you can be.
Telephonic coaching is a great way to start because it doesn’t require leaving the house to start taking care of your own well-being!!
Sylvia,
Being a caregiver to my own mother, everything that you stated is so true! I would like to also add that the correct stimulation for your loved one can also help. From personal experience, when they are happy you are happy!! Good to see your blod about this!!
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