Category Caregivers Blog

January 18, 2017

Helping Children Cope with Family Illness

When an illness occurs in a family, everyone is affected, even the youngest members. Children react to the stresses of... Read More

December 13, 2016

Three Creative Ways to Remember Loved Ones at the Holidays

Recent or not, the loss of a loved one may feel more pronounced during the holiday season. Many counseling clients and... Read More

November 9, 2016

What NOT To Say To A Veteran

The events that occurred during a Veteran’s military experience can leave a lasting impact. WWII Veterans, for instance, were exposed... Read More

October 19, 2016

In a Crisis, Spiritual Resilience Can Pull Us Through

This year’s theme for Pastoral Care Week is “spiritual resilience.” What does it mean to be spiritually resilient? How can... Read More

September 26, 2016

Four Free Apps to Reduce Stress

The stress of caring for a loved one—on top of many other responsibilities—can quickly lead to burnout. You may start... Read More

August 23, 2016

Paying for End-of-Life Care

  How to pay for the rising costs of health care? Concerns over these costs are shared not only by... Read More

July 20, 2016

Practicing Mindfulness to Relieve Stress

Mindfulness is a special way of paying attention that can help you better cope with life’s stresses. Whether you’re dealing... Read More

June 20, 2016

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: Tips for Effective Communication

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Communication can be one of the greatest barriers for those whose loved ones are... Read More

May 19, 2016

Honoring Veterans at the End of Life

Americans across the country celebrate Memorial Day on May 30, a special day to honor the men and women who... Read More