#caregiverburnout

[bitchesgetriches]

After many years of putting their brilliance on the internet for free, the Bitches are offering their first ever course on the topic of burnout! It was, to quote Piggy, a labor of love... but a labor nonetheless. And to quote Kitty as her body broke down into its component parts upon completion of this project, "Oh god my spleen!" (probably). In today's special bonus episode of the BGR podcast, the Bitches walk you through a sneak peek of their new course. Listen here or on your favorite streaming platform.

Learn more about The Burnout Workshop

[martafgnn]

A Week of Happylieuya – Self Care Saturday! #MentalHealth #Wellness #CaregiverBurnout #HealthyLiving #HealthyMindset [Video]A Week of Happylieuya & Self Care ...

[zen-and-the-art-of-caregiving]

Hung Out To Dry

[fosteringlove]

Some days I wish I could just run away. Today was one of those days.

[haikaa]

Spent about an hour lying down on the floor before I had energy enough to shower #caregiverburnout Good news: Mercuri brushed his teeth himself on the last ICU visit, coordination improving 🙏 Thank you for your prayers. Levei uma hora deitada no chão até ter energia o suficiente para tomar um banho #burnoutdecuidador Boa notícia: Mercuri escovou os dentes sozinho na última visita na UTI, coordenação motora melhorando 🌻 Obrigada pelas orações. https://www.instagram.com/p/B4ilyIuF3oT/?igshid=yd47a6x3wm3f

[iallyinc]

Posted @withregram • @sabsjohnsonadvocate I am excited, honored, and thrilled to announce that there will be more change coming in this new year. In 2022 I am transitioning to @iallyinc Chief Operating Officer as we prepare for a revamping enhancement of caregiving support. I-Ally will bring support to caregivers that have never been offered before, and I am ecstatic to be a part of creating a community of services to fulfill caregivers' unique needs. Keep an eye out as we start to give you ideas of what will be coming your way this year. There will never be a lack of support, resources, or services for caregivers again. The revamping of I-Ally will blow your mind! #caregiver #caregiversupport #caregiverburnout #revamping #change #als #alsadvocate #alsawareness #advocate #newyear #2022 #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #fightforyourself #fightforothers #coo https://www.instagram.com/p/CYNHRmfuU7w/?utm_medium=tumblr

[pebblezstoney]

I know it’s been awhile since I post so these are my ticktock post enjoy 😉 #ticktock #oregon #caregiver #caregiverburnout https://www.instagram.com/p/CTNXGk0Jg0C/?utm_medium=tumblr

[stephanie-light]

Self care does not have to be complicated or expensive. You don't have to do yoga and eat kale. Sometimes self care is really simple and really personal. My favorite act of self care, is that when I want to reward myself I do something completely mindless, like playing a video game or watching TV, and I don't shame myself for doing it. I suffer from anxiety and depression. For me, self care is permitting myself to be human and not judging myself for it. It's amazing to me how transformative this one simple thing can be. How much more energy I have to get through my work, to be a better mom to my kid, and be more present in my friendships. . . . #mentalhealth #selfcare #selflove #wellness #mentalwellness #suicideawarness #depression #anxiety #takecare #Instagram #ig #instagood #kiss #radicalselflove #singlemom #singleparent #caregiver #caregiversupport #caregiverburnout #traumastewardship #mentalhealthprofessionals (at Occupied Duwamish Territory) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMTfbbKD-yM/?igshid=7zv8tyfy2cfr

[simplelittlebrowngirljae]

The Other Chronic Illness Warrior--- The Caregiver

Take Care of Yourself

 Editor’s notes: I am proud to be able to share this story from a caregiver. Often times, we don’t think about how much of a burden the caregivers carry. They too become a patient in a sense. They are the one’s going to the doctors’ appointments, making meals and filling in the gaps. They also become the voice and the advocate for the patient when it gets hard for them to vocalize. CiCi has been a caregiver for over 17 years and has graciously shared her journey as a caregiver over the years. She hopes that her account can help and encourage anyone else who is walking this path. Enjoy!

This is my story – and I am grateful to share.   Caring for another person can take a toll on you emotional and physically.  

When my husband had his first heart attack seventeen years ago, I was working full-time and I thought I could handle all that was expected of me as a caregiver.  Not so.  This was just the beginning of four more heart attacks, six lumbar surgeries, and a recent cervical spine surgery.  After one of my husband back surgeries, not only did he have post-operative complications, but he became septic and was rushed to the hospital again.  

When you go through the first traumatic experience, you tell yourself “I can handle this – no problem.” This may be true for the short term, but not long term.   I have been a caregiver for 18 years and it does not get easier.  You are on the clock almost 24/7.  

Even with Family Medical Leave which was great, it was difficult to work full time and take care of my loved one.  My days started very early in the mornings; going to the hospital, then to work.  At lunch time back to the hospital and then return to work.  Then after work back to hospital until visiting hours are over.  

Next was home care – bathing, wound care, medication monitoring, meals, medical appointments and chauffeur.  In addition you are responsible for washing, house cleaning, and being responsible for bills and the everyday running of the home.  This pattern was for every hospitalization.  I am grateful for assistance from family, church, friends, etc. However, this is not always available and then you begin to collapse.

After my retirement in 2016, I thought things would get easier because I didn’t have to worry about work; however this was not the case…I gained another full time job in being a caregiver.  As time progressed, my husband is now dealing with memory loss, hearing loss in addition to more complex medical problems and another pending surgery this year.  Being a full time care giver never stops and the ones we care for don’t understand the mental and physical strain that the caregivers experience.   At times my loved one becomes very difficult to deal with because he doesn’t want help; he falls a lot, drops things, and at times displays irate behaviors.  Then the “Blame Game” begins.  At times it can be very exhausting.  Now added to all of the other stress and recovery from his most recent surgery, there is another major pending surgery this year.

In my experiences, some of the best advice I can offer is this: keep oneself healthy and stable and most importantly, seek HELP!  This may be from family, friends, church, etc.  Try to make sure you keep as normal of a routine as possible.  Even if it means getting a sitter (if needed) for a couple of hours, so errands can be done safely.  “Remember to put on your oxygen mask first!”  Love doesn’t stop; it just takes you down a different path – that is life, for better or worse.  Manage your expectations and outcomes or they will manage you!

-Thoughts from CiCi, a caregiver of over 17 years

[bitchesgetriches]

Learn more through our Burnout Workshop.

[lifevoicecanada]

I'm in the ER this morning. Nothing serious. Just the flu (although it feels serious, which is what brought me here on New Years morning.) First of all, this was the fastest trip through the ER I've ever taken. 45 minutes in and out! Secondly, these posters educating people on #nurse abuse are striking. (No pun intended.) Perhaps a good community New Years resolution is for us to treat those who are treating us with the care and dignity they deserve. And if you already are, we'll done. Yes, there can be long wait times and frustrating systems to wade through. And our hospital staff are navigating those same systems, often doing their best as they function within many factors that are out of their control. One tip I'd recommend: pack a hospital bag. Always have it on hand by your door. Include a good book, your device, a charger, some head phones, ear plugs, a PASS Kit (available on our website), a deck of cards, and a few snacks. This can help make long wait times more bearable taking some stress off you and them. Have kids? Make sure you have a kid friendly bag you can grab on your way out the door. A few toys. Head phones. A few kid books. We're also lucky in Guelph where the hospital here provides free wifi. Wish all hospitals followed their lead. For our hospital staff, you give so much to others. If you feel you're running on empty, or you'd like to make sure you keep your tank fuelled, join our next Compassion Fatigue workshop in #Guelph on January 18. Lunch is included in the cost of registration. One less thing for you to worry about. We'll explore capacity building, vicarious trauma, selfcare, and more. Have questions? Leave us a comment below. Thanks for all you do. And, Happy New Year!!! .. #compassionfatigue #endnurseabuse #caregiver #caregiverburnout #ggh @guelph_general_hospital #homewood #guelph #passkit https://www.instagram.com/p/BsGZxIbgPmE/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ea5yanp4bibe

[zen-and-the-art-of-caregiving]

Thanks For Nothing

[wholecarenetwork]

Geoff Grant - Caregiver Spotlight (Ep #97)

[empuls]

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Be aware of and Beware #caregiverburnout.. It's real and can happen to any of us. #takecareofothers #takecareofyourselftoo (at Leesburg, Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2kjiGlnF0b/?igshid=436k0j5ej8d5

[iallyinc]

Posted @withregram • @sabsjohnsonadvocate National Alliance for Caregiving through @aarp calls people like @lucindarogerskoza and me the "No Choice Caregivers." After reading Lucinda's post last week on @iallyinc and researching caregiving statistics, I knew I had to follow up. We are the daughters of men who got sick, we did not have a choice in that, but we do have a choice on how we will change the future. LINK IN BIO #caregivers #caregivingsupport #caregiverburnout #aarp #statistics #nochoice #helpothers #support #patient #patience #bethere #showup #wehaveachoice #nationalallianceforcaregivers https://www.instagram.com/p/CUdK9ljv93A/?utm_medium=tumblr