Caring for an aging loved one can be tough work. You have responsibilities as a caregiver, for certain, and at times there can be some friction between your parent’s wishes and what you might think is best. Juggling it all is a tricky task, and while getting bogged down by caregiver burnout is a real threat to your emotional health, the odds aren’t insurmountable. It’s all about striking the right balance. Today we’re going to talk about a few things you should keep in mind trying to discover that equilibrium.
Advice for Caregivers
5 Ways to Keep Your Marriage Strong while Caregiving
Caring for your aging parent can cause a lot of stress, particularly where marriages are concerned. Caregiver burnout is a real and widely-recognized emotional state; the strains associated with it — like financial burdens and scheduling issues — can take just as much of a toll on your relationships as it can on yourself.
Memory Care Insights: How Nutrition Affects Memory
It’s no secret that the foods you eat have a direct effect on your physical health, but research also suggests that your diet can have a critical impact on your mental health as well. According to Harvard Health Blog:
“Like an expensive car, your brain functions best when it gets only premium fuel. Eating high-quality foods that contain lots of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants nourishes the brain and protects it from oxidative stress.”
