Category: Caregiving

Posted 2 years ago

Boundaries around the holidays

As the holidays are approaching this is a good time to remind ourselves that healthy boundaries are important….

Posted 2 years ago

Can I get the Caretaker Special?

Let’s set the scene. Your loved one comes home and is nauseous, fatigued, and hasn’t eaten anything all day. You want to help, so you whip up their favorite dish and serve it to them. They take two bites and say “I’m not hungry” or “this tastes awful”. It is hard enough dealing with the schedules, the side effects, and the worry that comes with taking care of a loved one with cancer; but, when you can’t show your love and support through food, it can be disheartening.

Posted 3 years ago

Gratitude

Gratitude.  The word is often used so much that it can feel as though it is nothing more…

Posted 4 years ago

Caring for a Loved One

Caring for a loved one who has been diagnosed with cancer can be stressful and overwhelming.  It can…