Tools for being Direct, Honest, and Respectful: The DESC Communication Model
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
How to Be Vigilant about Self-Care (and Remember You’re Not Alone)
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
It’s Okay to Smile and Laugh!
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
Ask the Expert: A Nurse’s Advice for Patients and Caregivers
Going to the hospital and being in the hospital can be very stressful. There may be a lot of anxiety whether you are there for treatment, tests, surgery or even…Read More
The Essential Summer Reading List for Caregivers
It’s that time again! With the summer heat comes the hope of summer reading. Or if you’re like me, you may find that listening to audiobooks is a helpful way…Read More
3 Healthy Eating Tips for Busy Caregivers
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
5 Journaling Prompts for Caregivers
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
Guided Imagery for Relaxation
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
Technology for Caregivers, Part 2
Our young kids like to hear about how we used to unfold big paper maps during a road trip, look in the phone book to find the numbers for our…Read More
Spring Cleaning for Caregivers
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