Download or read book Self Care for Caregivers written by Susanne White and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-09-06 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take care of yourself as you care for others with this accessible, easy-to-follow self-care guide to relax and rejuvenate. It’s been said that there are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will become caregivers, and those who will need caregivers. Chances are you or someone you know is taking care of a loved one at home. If you do, you also know that caregiving—however fulfilling—is also hard on the caregiver’s mental and physical health. Self-care is vital to caregivers maintaining stamina and a positive outlook for both themselves and the people they care for. But being so busy caring for others can make it hard to find time for yourself. In Self-Care for Caregivers, you’ll find short, easy-to-read—and often easy-to-do—ways to replenish your mind, body, and spirit, including: -Practicing mindfulness by focusing in on your five senses -Remembering to HALT to check if you’re hungry, angry, lonely, or tired -Making a gratitude list of at least three things you're grateful for -And much more! Full of practical advice and reminders to have a quick snack, call a friend, create a sanctuary, write in a journal, and more ways to take care yourself—plus resources for caregiving—this book will go a long way towards making your caregiving experience a happier and more healthful one for you and the people you care for.

Download or read book Journey of a Lifetime written by Jane Meier Hamilton and published by Infinity Pub. This book was released on 2010-01 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inspiring, encouraging, comforting...this self-care guidebook gives readers practical, no-cost solutions for their problems with caregiver stress. Stories, professional advice, questionnaires, activities and discussion questions help guide readers on their caregiver journey.

Download or read book Self Care for Caregivers written by Pat Samples and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-03-04 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For those serving as a caregiver for a loved one, the authors of this down-to-earth, encouraging book can help you make the most of the experience without losing yourself in the process. Are you one of the growing number of people who serves as a caregiver for an aging or chronically ill friend or family member? If so, you probably struggle to meet both their special needs and still find time and resources for yourself. But now there is reason to take heart. The authors of this down-to-earth, encouraging book can help you make the most of the experience without losing yourself in the process. Using the Twelve Steps as a guide, the authors conduct readers through the pitfalls of caregiving--the emotional snarls and strains, daily struggles, competing needs, and questions about confronting pain--providing hope and tangible suggestions on how to stay strong and sane while providing healthy support and love. Self-Care for Caregivers offers sensitive and sensible guidance for the family caregiver. "This is a little book with a big message: how to take care of yourself so you can take care of others." - Connie Goldman, producer of the public radio special Hardship into Hope, The Rewards of Caregiving; co-author of Tending the Earth, Mending the Spirit and Secrets of Becoming a Late Bloomer "This book is an uplifting treasury of hope. The authors gently direct the reader with comforting, practical text that offers empowering caregiving strategies and avenues for emotional and spiritual growth." - James and Merlene Sherman, author and editor of the Caregiver Survival series.

Download or read book The Caregiver s Guide to Self Care written by Jane Meier Hamilton and published by . This book was released on 2022-10-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hundreds of millions of people around the globe care for loved ones who are ill, disabled, elderly or a special-needs child. Despite compassion and commitment, caregiving is stressful and takes a toll on body and mind; heart and soul; on finances, family and work life. This 2nd Edition of The Caregiver's Guide to Self-Care: Help for Your Caregiving Journey is packed with sensible self-care strategies and effective solutions for your problems with caregiver stress. Rooted in research, tested in the real-life trials of a family caregiver, the tools and tactics found in this concise, compassionate book will equip you to care for yourself as you care for others. ______________________________________________________________________________ "The Caregiver's Guide to Self-Care artfully blends self-care tips and personal experiences to empower caregivers to do one of the most important things they can do for themselves...take care! Jane Hamilton also provides resources and evidenced-based tools that empower family and professional caregivers alike. If you are looking for a practical and engaging resource The Caregiver's Guide to Self-Care was written with you in mind. I highly recommend this book!" --- Dr. Eboni I. Green: CEO/Co-Founder Caregiver Support Services "Reading this book felt like getting a warm hug. It eased my mind immensely to know that I am not alone in the caregiving journey." --- Isa Welsch: Family Caregiver "In addition to using this book for myself, I have given it to lots of friends who are overwhelmed in their caregiving role. The compassionate tone of Jane's writing and the wisdom therein have given me comfort and refreshed my spirit." --- Sarah Elliott: Family Caregiver "Caregivers need compassion but also a clearly drawn path forward. Jane Hamilton provides both. Her voice is warm and inviting. Her advice is sound. You'll be glad to have her as a wonderful companion and guide on this long, winding path." -Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D: Co-author of AARP Meditations for Caregivers

Download or read book Self care and You written by Kim Richards and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In this health and wellness guide, self-care means choosing behaviors to counter emotional and physical stress, from exercise and nutritious eating to self-centering practices. To live a life of meaningful contribution as a nurse to your patients, colleagues, and others, you may need to make changes in your own life first. This integrated self-care guide, by three nurse coaches with extensive expertise, is organized by six self-care pathways. Numerous detailed examples, guidelines, tips, techniques, and insights are included about each pathway to help you to assess and guide your self-care journey."--Provided by publisher.

Download or read book The Caregiver s Guide to Self Care written by Jane Meier Hamilton and published by . This book was released on 2023-12-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hundreds of millions of people around the globe care for loved ones who are ill, disabled, elderly or a special-needs child. Despite compassion and commitment, caregiving is stressful and takes a toll on body and mind; heart and soul; on finances, family and work life. This 2nd Edition of The Caregiver's Guide to Self-Care: Help for Your Caregiving Journey is packed with sensible self-care strategies and effective solutions for your problems with caregiver stress. Rooted in research, tested in the real-life trials of a family caregiver, the tools and tactics found in this concise, compassionate book will equip you to care for yourself as you care for others. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "The Caregiver's Guide to Self-Care artfully blends self-care tips and personal experiences to empower caregivers to do one of the most important things they can do for themselves... take care! Jane Hamilton also provides resources and evidenced-based tools that empower family and professional caregivers alike. If you are looking for a practical and engaging resource The Caregiver's Guide to Self-Care was written with you in mind. highly recommend this book!" - Dr. Eboni . Green: CEO/Co-Founder Caregiver Support Services "Reading this book felt like getting a warm hug. It eased my mind immensely to know that I am not alone in the caregiving journey." -Isa Welsch: Family Caregiver "In addition to using this book for myself, have given it to lots of friends who are overwhelmed in their caregiving role. The compassionate tone of Jane's writing and the wisdom therein have given me comfort and refreshed my spirit." - Sarah Elliott: Family Caregiver "Caregivers need compassion but also a clearly drawn path forward. Jane Hamilton provides both. Her voice is warm and inviting. Her advice is sound. You'll be glad to have her as a wonderful companion and guide on this long, winding path. - Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D: Co-author of AARP Meditations for Caregivers

Download or read book Overwhelmed By Caregiving written by Olen Abousaleh and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-08 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you've been a caregiver for a long time, you know just how hard it can be. Perhaps, at first, you were more than willing to take on the job because you knew what it meant to your loved one. Maybe you managed the first few weeks or months or even years with ease, running from work to errands to your loved ones - and back again. You played phone tag with doctors, scheduled treatments, and even played chauffeur. The lack of free time you had to yourself maybe didn't seem like such a big deal in comparison to the good you were doing. But over time, the pressures of caregiving can weigh anyone down. This book is not a self-help book. It's a let-others-help-you book, in which caregivers share their distressing, sometimes overwhelming feelings - and their hard-won self-care skills and wisdom. It's a support group between covers, designed to help readers with the hardest part of the process: dealing with their own emotions. Each chapter takes up one of the emotions that hits a caregiver as the reality of their partner's condition sinks in anger, fear, sorrow, acceptance, renewal, joy.

Download or read book A Self care Guide for You the Caregiver written by Josette Veltri and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-08-12 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most difficult experiences in life is that of a CAREGIVER. Day after day a caregiver experiences their loved one slipping further and further away. They consistently live in conflict, their hearts divided; on one side there is hope, on the other an anticipation of the inevitable - the death of their loved one. A caregiver lives a life filled with quiet desperation; feeling isolated, unappreciated and misunderstood, they fail to see the importance of Self-Care. Losing someone you love is a road everyone travels at some point in life. A Self-Care Guide for YOU, the CAREGIVER provides clear and easy methods for a caregiver to learn how to balance stress, grain an understanding of the term 'new normal', be awaken to and uncover ways to SELF-CARE. Within these pages, caregivers will find exercises to help them find peace to the unanswerable question 'if I could', gain an understanding of anticipatory grief, the emotions attached to compassion fatigue and more. Change and transition are never easy, but how much more palpable would it be if change came with a 'what to expect on this caregiver's journey' handbook. I pray caregivers find this material to be that handbook and embrace the importance of SELF-CARE.

Download or read book Put Your Mask on First written by Scott Silknitter and published by . This book was released on 2016-05-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most recent book from the author of the groundbreaking "Activities for the Family Caregiver" book series, "Put Your Mask on First!" is a family caregiver's guide to self-care. "Put Your Mask on First!" offers spouses, adult children, siblings, and other family members tips to adapt to life changes during their transition into the role of family caregiver. "Put Your Mask on First!" offers information and insight to ease the guilt and anger caregivers may feel. Learn new strategies to deal with change--small daily changes and big, life-altering change. Gain new insight as you learn how to ask for help. Discover how to pursue your path to happiness and take care of yourself.Written by nationally-recognized leaders, "Put Your Mask on First!" provides much-needed information to address the unique self-care needs of those who care for a loved one."Put Your Mask on First!" complements the "Activities for the Family Caregiver" series of books from R.O.S. Therapy Systems. Whether it is Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, stroke, traumatic brain injury, or some other issue, R.O.S. is here to help improve quality of life for the caregiver and the loved one in their care. These books embody the mission of R.O.S. Therapy Systems: To improve quality of life for seniors and their caregivers through activities and education. Each book was written by industry experts related to the specific topic covered and is filled with valuable information and common sense tips to help families and caregivers.

Download or read book Take Care written by Sheryl Niebuhr and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Caregiver s Guide to Cancer written by Victoria Landes and published by Rockridge Press. This book was released on 2021-08-17 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Care for a loved one with cancer while caring for yourself Looking after someone with cancer can be complex, overwhelming, and emotionally draining all at once. As a caregiver, you may also overlook your own well-being while you focus on your loved one. This book empowers you to be an attentive, thoughtful, and compassionate caregiver for your friend or family member with cancer. You'll also find practical everyday advice for meeting your own physical and emotional needs while dealing with the unique challenges you face. Understanding cancer--Learn how cancer affects the body at every stage, determine the steps that come after diagnosis, and examine cancer treatments and side effects. Knowledge caregivers need--Find info on navigating health care, financial and legal decisions, and much more. What to say and ask--Find questions to ask your loved one's care team and health providers, and discover how to be an advocate in different situations. Support your loved one while also practicing self-care with the help of this compassionate choice in caregiving and cancer books.

Download or read book Caregiver s Handbook written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-09-01 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Caregiver's Handbook is a definitive guide to caring for a sick or disabled person of any age. Whether it be adults looking after parents, partners looking after each other, parents looking after children, or young caregivers looking after their parents, the Caregiver's Handbook addresses both the needs of the caregiver, and person who needs care. The Caregiver's Handbook offers emotional support and practical advice on a wide range of topics, enabling individuals to provide the best care possible-whatever the requirements. Everyday concerns, including healthy eating, personal care, and rest and sleep, are addressed alongside topics such as safe movement and handling, choosing the right stability aids, or even how to maneuver a wheelchair for the first time. Features also include a look at how either at the needs of the caregiver, or how the requirement of specific conditions-such as dementia or physical impairment-can affect the way a task can be approached. The Caregiver's Handbook is a comprehensive, compassionate, and indispensable resource that all caregivers will want to have on hand at all times - it is essential reading for anyone caring for someone at home.

Download or read book Self Care for Caregivers written by Susanne White and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-09-06 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "It's time to give yourself some self-care. From morning to evening, whether it's assisting with hygiene or making sure your loved one gets to their doctor's appointment on time, a caregiver's work is never done. Though borne from love, caregiving can be exhausting both physically and mentally, which is why it's important to take care of yourself. No matter the time of day, Self-Care for Caregivers is here to help you create a self-care routine that is right for you. Replenish your mind, body, and spirit with short, easy-to-squeeze-in activities like: taker you emotional temperature ; accept the big feelings caregiving triggers ; practice mindfulness with the five senses ; get rid of the judge in your head ; regain your balance ; and more! Full of helpful advice, this empathetic, useful guide is the perfect everyday companion for you. Fill your cup with Self-Care for Caregivers." -- Back cover.

Download or read book The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers Guide written by Lance A. Slatton and published by eBookIt.com. This book was released on 2024-03-04 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: EMBARK ON A COMPASSIONATE JOURNEY THROUGH YOUR LOVED ONE'S TWILIGHT YEARS At the heart of every family is the profound bond shared with our aging parents, a bond that becomes both clearer and more delicate as the sunset of their lives approaches. "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide" is a beacon of wisdom, meant to guide you through the complexities and emotional tides of becoming a caregiver. This pivotal guide is your ally, from witnessing the early signs of your parents needing assistance to managing the crescendo of their medical and emotional needs. Delve into Chapter 1, "Recognizing the Shifts," where you'll learn to spot the early indicators pointing to your parents' need for care, setting the stage to initiate that all-important conversation with empathy and foresight. Transitioning to Chapter 2, "The Basics of Caregiving," equips you with the knowledge to understand your role and set expectations that honor both you and your parents. Legal and financial planning steps appear in Chapter 3, presenting essential documents and benefit navigation as pillars of your caregiving foundation. Discover within Chapter 4 the heart and soul of the caregiver's emotional journey, as you learn to gracefully handle role reversals and resistance. The practical wisdom flows into health and medical needs in Chapter 5, ensuring routine care and emergency response become second nature to you. The valuable At-Home Care Strategies of Chapter 6 offer actionable advice for creating a safe and nurturing home environment. As the pages turn, you'll be methodically prepared for the eventuality of assisted living, home care, and end-of-life considerations, and-most importantly-maintaining your well-being through the chapters dedicated to avoiding burnout, seeking support, and staying connected. With comprehensive resource directories and checklists, this book is not merely a guide but a companion on your journey. Empathetic and empowering, "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide" is your transformative guide for honoring your parent's golden years with dignity, love, and unwavering support. Embrace the path ahead with confidence - your odyssey of care awaits.

Download or read book The Caregiver s Guide to Cancer written by Victoria Landes LCSW and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-08-17 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Care for a loved one with cancer while caring for yourself Looking after someone with cancer can be complex, overwhelming, and emotionally draining all at once. As a caregiver, you may also overlook your own well-being while you focus on your loved one. This book empowers you to be an attentive, thoughtful, and compassionate caregiver for your friend or family member with cancer. You'll also find practical everyday advice for meeting your own physical and emotional needs while dealing with the unique challenges you face. Understanding cancer—Learn how cancer affects the body at every stage, determine the steps that come after diagnosis, and examine cancer treatments and side effects. Knowledge caregivers need—Find info on navigating health care, financial and legal decisions, and much more. What to say and ask—Find questions to ask your loved one's care team and health providers, and discover how to be an advocate in different situations. Support your loved one while also practicing self-care with the help of this compassionate choice in caregiving and cancer books.

Download or read book The Caregiver s Guide to Dementia written by Sarah MacKenzie and published by Felix Agbodji. This book was released on 2024-03-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dementia is a formidable adversary, one that not only affects the individual diagnosed but also casts a profound impact on their loved ones. As caregivers, you embark on a journey that demands unwavering dedication, resilience, and compassion. Each day presents unique challenges and triumphs, as you navigate through the intricate landscape of caring for your loved one with dementia. A lot of books and articles about caring for persons with dementia offer lists of the "Do's and Don'ts" of caregiving in a recipe fashion. These materials often fail to address a crucial aspect, which is how to care for a loved one with dementia without sacrificing your own mental and physical health. It is for this reason that "The Caregiver's Guide to Dementia" was created; to equip you with essential strategies and insights for managing the physical, emotional, and behavioral challenges as well as other challenging aspects of caregiving while still maintaining your personal and mental well-being throughout the journey. "The Caregiver's Guide to Dementia" is a beacon of support amidst the uncertainty and complexity of caregiving. Within its pages, you'll find a wealth of knowledge, practical advice, and empathetic guidance to help you navigate every facet of the journey ahead. Whether you're just beginning to grapple with a recent diagnosis or you're further along in the caregiving process, this guide is designed to empower you with the tools and resources necessary to provide the best possible care for your loved one. Drawing upon the latest research, expert insights, and the collective wisdom of caregivers who've walked this path before you, this guide offers a comprehensive roadmap for managing the myriad challenges associated with dementia. From understanding the different types and stages of dementia to effectively communicating with your loved one, managing behavioral symptoms, and fostering a supportive environment, each chapter is crafted to address the multifaceted aspects of caregiving with clarity and compassion. But beyond the practical advice and clinical insights, know that this book is also a companion-a friend who understands the highs and lows of your journey, a source of comfort on difficult days, and a beacon of hope when the path ahead seems unclear. Inside this book, you will discover a blend of scientific insights, practical advice, and encouraging real-life stories that will be a source of strength for you every step of the way. Below is a sample of what you will find within: Comprehensive Understanding: Learn about the various types and stages of dementia, empowering you to tailor your caregiving approach to your loved one's unique needs. Practical Strategies: Acquire actionable strategies and techniques for managing the physical, mental, emotional, and behavioral challenges that come with dementia. Emotional Support: Find solace and solidarity in the stories of other caregivers, knowing that you're not alone on this journey. Self-Care Guidance: Prioritize your own well-being with practical self-care strategies designed to prevent burnout and cultivate resilience. Empowerment: Gain the confidence and knowledge you need to navigate the complexities of dementia caregiving with compassion and grace. And So Much More...

Download or read book Helping Yourself Help Others written by Rosalynn Carter and published by University of Arkansas Press. This book was released on 2023-07-17 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A practical, highly informative, and sympathetic guide.” —The Washington Post Most of us will become a caregiver at some point in our lives. And we will assume this role for the most personal reason imaginable: wanting to help someone we love. But we may not know where to start, and we may be afraid of losing ourselves in this daunting task. Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, a longtime advocate for caregivers and mental health, knows firsthand the challenges of this labor of love. Drawing upon her own experiences and those of hundreds of others whose stories she gathered over many decades, Mrs. Carter offers reassuring, practical advice to any caregiver who has faced stress, anxiety, or loneliness. Helping Yourself Help Others, reissued here with a new foreword, is as relevant as ever. Long before the COVID-19 pandemic inspired national conversations about the vast undervaluing of unpaid caregiving, the dangers of burnout, and the merits of self-care for relief, Rosalynn Carter was shining a light on these matters and everything else that caregivers confront. Filled with empathy, this encouraging guide will help you meet a difficult challenge head-on and find fulfillment and empowerment in your caregiving role.