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I've missed writing on my blog. Would be grateful if you were interested in reading it! #caregiving Robert's Sister: Catching Up robertssister.com/2025/02/catchi…
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Trish Hughes Kreis
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Trish Hughes Kreis
@robertssister1
Caregiver of brother and hubby, advocate, grandmother, co-author of the 365 Caregiving Tips books and witness of miracles. Grateful for all of it.
Sacramento, California Katılım Mayıs 2011
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Stop beating yourself up because you aren’t perfect or because you didn’t anticipate that something was going to happen. You’re doing your best and you don’t have a crystal ball. #caregiving
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You treat everyone else nicely and it’s time to do the same for yourself. While we gear our content to caregivers, this applies to every human being. #caregiving #people #selfcare
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Ugh, algorithms!! It's a reality authors have to deal with! Believe it or not, it really helps when you leave a review for our books! Thank you - I know it takes a minute but we do appreciate it!
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We would really appreciate it if you left a review on Amazon if you have read any of our books! Reviews help other caregivers find our books and can help them through their caregiving years. Thank you for your time!
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Caregiving can get lonely! Even if you can't get out of the house it is important to stay in contact with friends. Call, text, or video call - it can be a real stress reliever!
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This doesn't mean you can't get your hopes up or have high expectations but realize reality may be different than your expectations and there is no one to blame but the disease.
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Expecting a certain (and only) outcome can lead to frustration when the reality is not as expected. This can be especially true when caregiving for someone with cognitive impairment and expecting them to react or respond in a certain way which is not always possible.
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You don't have to be a caregiver to be anxious (although most of us are!). Find what works for you to protect your mental health!
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Caregiving is stressful and caregivers (and often times the loved one they care for) are anxious. Did you know there is research showing anxiety can be contagious? Learn to protect your mental health. #mentalhealth
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When I would get irritable when caring for Robert I knew it was time for a break. Learn to recognize the systems of your own stress and do something to get centered again.
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April is Stress Awareness Month! Stress is unavoidable when caregiving but when it gets to be too much it is time to reach out for help. Fortunately, there are now online therapists so even caregivers who are mainly housebound with their loved one can get the help they need.
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I also took Robert around the neighborhood in his wheelchair if the weather was nice. Robert didn't like to be cold so I'd put a blanket on him and give him his puzzle book. Although he didn't like the bumpy sidewalk so the puzzle book wasn't my greatest idea!
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Caregivers have such a difficult time finding the time or energy to exercise. One way to combat stress and get some steps in is to go outside while your loved one sleeps and walk around the front (or back) yard. With or without your beloved pet!
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Richard and I would sometimes do this in the morning before Robert woke up. I knew he was safe (we had a camera in his room) and it gave us an chance to get outside and walk a little with the dogs.
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Caregivers have such a difficult time finding the time or energy to exercise. One way to combat stress and get some steps in is to go outside while your loved one sleeps and walk around the front (or back) yard. With or without your beloved pet!
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Caregivers have such a difficult time finding the time or energy to exercise. One way to combat stress and get some steps in is to go outside while your loved one sleeps and walk around the front (or back) yard. With or without your beloved pet!
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Easter was always one of Robert's favorites holidays. Yes, of course, because of the religious significance but also because of all the chocolate and presents Richard and I would give him! 😂
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While caring for yourself, don't forget to nurture your spiritual side. #caregiving
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It's important to not only nurture your own spirituality but that of your loved one as well. Robert was more religious than me but I always made sure to either take him to church or watch it on television. For many years, he loved Dr. Charles Stanley on Sunday mornings!
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While caring for yourself, don't forget to nurture your spiritual side. #caregiving
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While this may seem like a simple and obvious tip, as caregivers we need to be reminded of these things. Check out “Caring for Yourself: 365 Caregiving Tips” to help make life easier. Available on @amazon #caregiving
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Whether it’s taking a nap or going to bed early, it’s important to get sleep when you’re tired. Everything you have to do will wait. #caregiving
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Sometimes there doesn’t seem to be a lot to celebrate but other times there definitely is! Even if you can’t celebrate an anniversary or a birthday the way you did in the past you can still make it something special. #caregiving
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Caregiving can be very isolating but connecting w/somebody does not have to be hard. Invite someone over for ice cream on a hot day, coffee & a chat, or to work on a jigsaw puzzle with you. Take the first step. You never know where it may lead. #caregiving
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People can’t guess that you love them. You need to tell them. Tell your family members. Tell your friends. Do it now while they’re alive. Send the flowers while they can enjoy them not when they’re gone. #caregiving
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The tasks and worries of caregiving can be so overwhelming and bring you down. Don't let caregiving block your SUN!
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I love sitting outside with Taz in the evening. It's quiet and peaceful except when he decides it's time to go inside and get a treat.
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The evenings are getting a little warmer so you might want to step outside to enjoy a sunset or watch the stars. Bring your loved one out or wait until they are safe in bed and take some time for yourself.
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This is so easy to put at the bottom of the to-do list. Make yourself a priority and make an appointment for yourself.
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Caregivers go to so many appointments with their loved one that adding one more appointment for themselves seems impossible. Even if you have to take your loved one with you, make that appointment for yourself. You are important too.
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