caregiverTIPS

No matter how challenging, caregivers need to remember: It's not falling apart. To help maintain perspective, caregivers every day should appreciate something of strength and beauty in themselves and in the person for whom they are caring. Here are some suggestions:
1.	Take a break. Listen to music or even sing out loud. Or take a walk in nature-listen, look breathe.
2.	Treat yourself to something you enjoy and definitely deserve.
3.	When times get especially stressful or overwhelming, take a time out. Change scenery for a while - walk outside or into another room.
4.	Spend time with a small child.
5.	Focus on what is, not what isn't. Don't worry about "what if"
6.	Give a long hug to someone you care about.
7.	Start a journal or a daily list of things that are beautiful in your life.
8.	Make time for friends.
9.	Slow down. You may actually get more done.
10.	Ask for help when you need it. Be specific about what you need.