When Retail Therapy Is Your Prescription for Stress
By Lisa Weitzman5 min read
Caregiving can lead to emotional spending, but there are ways to manage your impulses.
Caregiver Stress
4 Ways to Reach Out When Family Members Are Angry
By Ashley Lateef1 min read
If family isn’t helpful when you’re caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, written updates and a support group can make inroads.
The Unique Challenges of the Male Caregiver
By Lisa Weitzman4 min read
Men tend to internalize the caregiving experience, but support can make it all the difference.
Emily Norton Opens Up About Battling Depression as a Caregiver
By Alikay Wood5 min read
Emily Norton opens up about the depression she faced as a caregiver.
How Laura Story Found ‘Blessings’ in Caregiving
By Alikay Wood4 min read
Laura Story shares how caregiving for her husband has strengthened her faith.
Taking Care of a Pet for a Loved One Has Hidden Benefits
By Jessica Bibbo4 min read
Helping an older adult care for a pet may boost your own sense of well-being.
Staying Positive While Dealing with the Challenges of Caregiving
B’ette Schalk shares how her faith and a grief support group helped her cope with the challenges she faced when her husband experienced deep depression and anxiety.
How She Coped with Her Husband’s Depression
By B'ette Schalk11 min read
She watched—and grieved—as the man she loved fell into a cycle of anxiety and depression. Would she ever get him back?
How to Handle the Stress of Caregiving
By Lisa Weitzman3 min read
From reading a book to spending time with a pet, simple steps can help ease the stress of caring for a loved one.
6 Ways Caregivers Can Find Emotional Support
By Rev. Laurie Sue Brockway4 min read
Having a good coping strategy is key for a caregiver’s emotional health.
5 Ways to Stay Positive as a Caregiver
By Therese Borchard4 min read
Continue doing the loving work you do with these caregiving tips.
The Enormous Benefits of Respite for Caregivers
By Miriam Rose4 min read
There are many resources available to help family caregivers take time off
