Tag: Family

When it comes to caring for a family member, you are the most important part of the equation. That’s because you can’t pour from an empty cup. If you aren’t in top form, you won’t be able to put your best self forward. That’s where self-love comes in. Here are four steps you can take…

Most people would agree that being a family caregiver can be stressful. But the reason WHY it’s stressful may surprise you. Let’s Start at the Beginning A recent article in the Journal of Gerontology explains that the caregiving role typically emerges out of a prior family role, most often a child or spouse. As a…

Being a family caregiver is an emotional roller coaster. On the one hand, it feels good to care for someone you love. On the other hand, it can be stressful, time-consuming, and draining. This can lead to a set of interconnected emotions – namely anger, resentment and guilt. Anger Anger often comes from a sense…

By Dr. Macie Smith Are you a family caregiver? Chances are, you may not even realize you are because you are simply doing what comes naturally for your family.  But the reality is that there are millions of people helping a family member live their best life. This could include activities important for daily living…