Caregiving
Supporting caregivers through menopause
While menopause and its challenges in working life are now being addressed, the additional stress that this can put on caregivers is less of a topic of conversation. Cheryl MacDonald, yoga elder and founder of YogaBellies.com, offers advice on how family and friends can support caregivers who are going through menopause. As a menopause yoga […]
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5 Steps to Take When Aging Parents Need Help
Collaborative Post Helping out your aging parents can be an enriching experience. Not only will you have the satisfaction of knowing that you are making a difference in someone’s life, but you will be allowed to connect with them on a deeper level. Every family has unique needs, and each situation is different, so assessing […]
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Boundaries for over-50s self-employed women with elderly care responsibilities
When you’re working from home or self-employed, there’s an assumption that you have much more flexibility. Hence, you are everything to everybody at the drop of a hat. In my situation, my sister lives in the UK, and our mother lives near me in France. It’s a no-brainer that I would be the one to […]
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Working, caregiving – and menopause too? Trying times
The effects of the menopause on women in their middle-ish years is finally being recognised as an important issue that needs to be addressed. At last policy makers and employers are beginning to understand the challenge for many. Some effects are well-known – hot flushes, mood swings and energy fluctuations are all talked about. But […]
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Supporting the unpaid caregivers in your family
Do you have unpaid caregivers in your family, looking after older relations perhaps? How are they doing? A recent survey has found that unpaid carers are struggling to make ends meets, with long-term lack of support compounded by the rising cost of living. The survey by the Carer’s Trust of 2,675 of the millions of […]
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General advice on caring for an older relative
Collaborative Post Caring for elderly relatives can be challenging for a number of reasons. Perhaps you feel you lack sufficient knowledge or spare time to make a real difference. Or maybe you simply find it difficult seeing a loved one’s health deteriorate. Whatever the case, you aren’t in it alone. The UK has an ever-ageing […]
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Sleep tips: improving your quality of sleep when you are caregiver
Collaborative Post Providing care for your older family member or friend is kindhearted and compassionate, however, it can easily impact your quality of sleep. It’s important to take care of your sleep schedule because a great sleep will help you to take care of your loved one more easily. It’s easy to get lost in […]
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Top tips for taking care of elderly relatives
Collaborative Post The initial phase in a family’s long-term care plan for seniors is usually to provide at-home care for their ageing parents. It can help maintain their comfort levels while also buying time for family members to decide whether and when home or facility-based care is necessary. Adult children are often tasked with providing […]
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4 Ways to Look After Your Wellbeing as a Carer
Collaborative Post Although being a carer can be an extremely rewarding experience, if you’re helping to look after a loved one, you might find it difficult to balance prioritising your own wellbeing while making sure they have everything they need. If you’re caring for someone you love, then here are four ways to maintain your […]
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Practical ways to support yourself as a voluntary carer
The pressure of caring for an older relative can build up and sometimes feel overwhelming – especially if you’re juggling work and care commitments. A growing number of people are turning to Google to find support in caring. New research from Seniorcare by Lottie has found a surge in online searches from carers across the […]
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