The Importance of Self-Care for Caregivers
The International Self-Care Foundation defines self-care as a framework around seven pillars. It may be challenging and overwhelming when you are the caregiver for a loved one without support or community programs. The Self-Care Day, on July 24th, symbolizes the benefits of self-care 24 hours a day, every day and not just for a single […]
Practicing Self-Care for Caregivers
Anyone that has provided care for an aging family member knows that it can be a very rewarding, yet exhausting, endeavour. In order to continue to be effective, caregivers must engage in self-care practices or they run the risk of needing medical care and assistance themselves. What is Self-Care? Self-care is getting heavy exposure these […]
