Tag Archive: care for caregiver
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Why Grieving Kids Get “Clingy”
Separation anxiety can be a common response to a significant loss for preschool or elementary-age children. You may find that your child has difficulty letting you out of their sight...
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Self-Care Tips for Grieving Parents
The death or serious illness of a loved one can affect all members of a family. Often, a parent may think first of a child’s need for grief counseling. However,...
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Dealing With Your Loved One’s Belongings
Sorting a lifetime’s worth of someone else’s belongings is a task difficult on its own, but with the added emotional burden of grief, it might seem entirely impossible. Of course,...
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Holiday Travel and Serious Illness
When a loved one is sick, figuring out how to coordinate holiday gatherings can be a real challenge, particularly if you have family that lives far away. Before deciding what...
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Hospice Care: Dealing with Family Conflict
When a loved one has a serious illness, it is natural for family to gather to spend time together and provide support. Family dynamics are complex and unique. However, the...
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The Selfless Act of Self-Care
When caregiving for a loved one who is seriously ill or nearing death, taking care of yourself often falls to the bottom of your priority list. “I’ll be fine,” “Don’t...How to Make a Sunshine List
When caring for a person with a life-limiting illness, you are giving a tremendous gift. Yet this does not mean you have to give up yourself, nor do you have...
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