Jul 6, 2026 | Caregiver Emotions, Caregiver Stories, Depression, Grief and Loss
In our last post, we explored the complex differences between being alone, feeling lonely, and experiencing the lonesomeness of a changing relationship. Today, we are focusing on the next crucial step: how to practically protect your time and emotional health by... 
May 19, 2026 | Depression
Caregiving is a profound act of love, but it is also one of the most demanding roles a person can inhabit. While occasional fatigue is normal, persistent feelings of being drained, irritable, or “numb” are often warning signs of depression. We recognize... 
Nov 22, 2025 | Caregiver Emotions, Caregiver Support, Depression
Could the sadness, loneliness, or anger you feel today be a warning sign of depression? It is not unusual for caregivers to develop mild or more serious depression as a result of the constant demands you face in providing care. Some caregivers experience a return of... 
Sep 19, 2025 | Caregiver Emotions, Depression
When your older adult lives in a nursing home or assisted living, visiting regularly is an important way to stay connected and show how much you care. Spending time with you will brighten your older adult’s day and knowing when you’ll visit next gives them something... 
Jun 17, 2025 | Caregiver Emotions, Depression
You may not be a caregiver yourself. But chances are, sooner or later, you will be—or you already know someone who is. Perhaps it’s a friend, a neighbor, someone you work with, a church member, or a member of a support group. If you have ever talked with them, you may... 
Jun 15, 2025 | Caregiver Emotions, Depression
The abuse of older people, also known as elder abuse, is a single or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person. This type of violence...
