Why Self-Care Matters From June 24 to July 24, we observe Self-Care Month, culminating in International Self-Care Day on July 24. This special day was first established in 2011 by the International Self-Care Foundation to highlight the importance of taking care of our own mental, physical and emotional health. The date — 7/24 — reminds…
Feeling Seen: Why Daily Encouragement Matters for Caregivers Family caregiving can often be hard. And too often, family caregivers like you carry that weight alone. That’s why we created something to help: a 30-day YouTube Shorts video series filled with daily encouragement. Over the past month, we’ve shared a short video with a kind word,…
Getting Unstuck from Caregiver Loneliness In your caregiving journey, you might spend most of your day focused on someone else’s needs. You may have less time to see friends, attend your place of worship or even just talk on the phone. Over time, the quiet moments can start to feel heavy. If you’re feeling this…
Facing the Cost of Care: Carla’s Story The financial realities of family caregiving can hit hard. Just a year ago, Carla’s semi-retired husband Mike was still working part-time at the local hardware store. But his diabetes got worse. Then came the stroke. Now, Mike needs help with almost everything. Carla helps him bathe, eat and…
Caregiving is a profound act of love, but it can also be deeply draining. If you’re feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or like you’re running on empty, you’re not alone. Many caregivers experience burnout. That’s a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that can affect your health and well-being. Recognizing the signs and taking steps to…
