Diedrich Bader: In the Moment, Gratefully

Diedrich Bader: In the Moment, Gratefully

Apr 24, 2023 | Family Caregiver Stories

Reading Time: 4 minutesActor, Diedrich Bader, shares his caregiver story of the career lessons that helped him as care for his father.  In 1996, actor Diedrich Bader reached a potentially life-altering crossroads in his career and, at the same time, also nearly missed...
Creating Virtual Family Caregiver Support Networks

Creating Virtual Family Caregiver Support Networks

Apr 18, 2023 | Family Caregiving

Reading Time: 2 minutesCreating Virtual Family Caregiver Support Networks To maintain their social connections, some caregivers have grown to love video chats. They use them to not just meet with others one-on-one, but to bring together groups of friends and family...
Managing Emotional Eating

Managing Emotional Eating

Apr 14, 2023 | Emotions of Caregiving, Health

Reading Time: 2 minutesManaging Emotional Eating Indulging in desserts or snacks can often feel like an effective way to find temporary relief from the stressors and painful emotions sparked by difficult times. Advertisements reinforce the emotional benefits of food,...
Mindfulness Exercises for Caregivers

Mindfulness Exercises for Caregivers

Apr 12, 2023 | Family Caregiving

Reading Time: 3 minutesPracticing mindfulness exercises has been shown to have a significant impact on reducing anxiety, improving quality of life, and easing some of the stress that caregivers experience. Additionally, sharing a mindfulness activity with your loved...
Fearless Caregiver Profile: Robyn Seay

Fearless Caregiver Profile: Robyn Seay

Apr 10, 2023 | Family Caregiving

Reading Time: 2 minutesHow did you become the caregiver for your loved one? Our mother came to live with me after our oldest sister passed away from cancer. Mom was with us for six years until she developed dementia and we had to make the decision to place her in an...