Making Friends With Other Caregivers: Why You Need People Who Get It Let’s face it: unless someone’s been in your shoes – cleaning up spills at 2 a.m., managing meds like a pharmacist, trying to soothe a loved one who no longer remembers your name – they probably don’t really…
Finding Micro-Moments of Joy in Daily Chaos
- 07/29/2025
How to improve your sanity and happiness whilst caregiving Let’s be real: When you’re a caregiver, the word “joy” can sound… suspicious. Joy? Now? Between medications, sponge baths, insurance calls, and wiping down a mysteriously sticky kitchen floor at 11:43 PM? Yes – especially now. Because when life is swirling with…
Welcome to the world of caregiving – where love runs deep, but sleep runs short. When someone you love is diagnosed with dementia, you don’t just become a caregiver. You become a detective, a nurse, a grief sponge, a comedian, and sometimes… a shadow. It’s lonely, chaotic, and absolutely heart-wrenching…
You’re not alone. Let’s break down how to manage meds without losing your sanity – with tips that are actually doable, even on 3 hours of sleep. Being a caregiver already means wearing too many hats – chef, nurse, scheduler, therapist, mind-reader. Add medication manager to that list, and suddenly you’re…
Providing care for a loved one is a deeply fulfilling experience, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. If you’re helping someone manage needs like incontinence, your home becomes not just a living space but a central hub for caregiving. Transforming your home to meet these new…