Let’s Go For a Bike Ride!
Bike riding on difficult trails can be exhilerating, however, it takes skill to navigate rocks, tree roots and rugged terrain. What can we learn from these challenges in relation to a caregiving experience?
Bike riding on difficult trails can be exhilerating, however, it takes skill to navigate rocks, tree roots and rugged terrain. What can we learn from these challenges in relation to a caregiving experience?
Utilizing 'to do' lists effectively aids in handling a packed agenda and also serves as a record of achievements during busy periods. Organizing with lists and keeping a journal can be beneficial for caregivers.
A hike in the forest or embarking on a caregiving journey, both can be less stressful experiences with the right preparation and equipment. What do you need to equip you for a safe and empowered experience?
With the number of unpaid family caregivers growing, supports and resources need to keep up so we can keep caregivers as healthy as possible. While we wait for legislated supports we need to rely on independent agencies and businesses, along with support groups and podcasts specifically for caregivers.
What does it take to feel brave in life or in the role of a caregiver? We explore a few external supports that can have a positive impact - providing us with courage when it is lacking.
How much can we carry before we need to ask for help? How does this apply to caregiving?
Keys for security and keys for caregiving. Keys to keep us safe and keys to unlock caregiver resources.
When is it time to start letting go of things and why is it so hard? Decluttering is a process.
Recognizing and Appreciating Caregivers throughout the year. What caregivers do for others and the importance of taking note of what they do for when we may step into a caregiving role.
April is Parkinson's Awareness Month - a time to learn more about the disease and support those living with it.