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Caregiving during a Pandemic

November 9, 2020 by Dottye Law Currin, MPH

Caregiving During a Pandemic WHEW! UGH! 2020. What a year. We are headed into winter now and the pandemic is relentless. It has been life altering. Many people have lost…Read More

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Tenacity Means “Keep On…Keeping On!”

September 9, 2020 by Dr. Will G. Barnes

On Tenacity It’s not a term that we think about often, but bringing your awareness to tenacity and resilience can be a helpful exercise during periods of ongoing stress and…Read More

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Breathing for Relaxation

August 7, 2020 by Lindley Curtis, Volunteer and Community Relations Manager

Breathing for Relaxation Does breathing deeply really help you relax? You bet! One of the best things about deep breathing is that it can be done anywhere and can quickly…Read More

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  • Self Care
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Tools for being Direct, Honest, and Respectful: The DESC Communication Model

September 7, 2018 by Lindley Curtis, Volunteer and Community Relations Manager

I think communication is fascinating! I find it so interesting to explore how we communicate with one another, the ways we communicate without using words, the power behind certain tones…Read More

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How to Be Vigilant about Self-Care (and Remember You’re Not Alone)

August 22, 2018 by Lindley Curtis, Volunteer and Community Relations Manager

Have you found yourself in a new caregiving role, wondering where to start and what to do next? Do you ever feel overwhelmed and wishing you had a helpful guide…Read More

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It’s Okay to Smile and Laugh!

August 9, 2018 by Lindley Curtis, Volunteer and Community Relations Manager

When we’re in the weeds of caregiving, sometimes the last thing we feel like doing is laughing. I don’t know about you, but when I feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and anxious,…Read More

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  • Self Care
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3 Healthy Eating Tips for Busy Caregivers

June 25, 2018 by Lindley Curtis, Volunteer and Community Relations Manager

I don’t know about you, but dinner around our house is rarely the image of a Norman Rockwell painting. We’re often running in from work and activities, trying to put…Read More

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  • Physical Health
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5 Journaling Prompts for Caregivers

June 11, 2018 by Lindley Curtis, Volunteer and Community Relations Manager

Journaling. Some people hear this word and light up. Other people cringe. Whether or not you find yourself in one of these camps, let’s address a few common myths about…Read More

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  • Helpful Resources for Caregivers
  • Living with Grief
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Guided Imagery for Relaxation

May 17, 2018 by Lindley Curtis, Volunteer and Community Relations Manager

Whether we’re going through tough caregiving challenges or simply wanting to slow down during a hectic day, we can benefit from intentional tools and techniques that can help us relax.…Read More

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Spring Cleaning for Caregivers

April 12, 2018 by Mattie Steele

Birds are chirping, the sun is shining (most of the time), and flowers are beginning to bloom. You know what time it is? Time for spring-cleaning. Often I feel overwhelmed…Read More

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