Who could imagine that spending so much time taking care of another person could also make you feel incredibly alone? The reality is that caregiver isolation is extremely common, for a number of reasons.
Whatever the source of the isolation you may be feeling as a caregiver, it’s crucial to take measures to overcome it. Social isolation
- can bring about serious health concerns, including heart disease, depression, stroke, high blood pressure, and problems with attention and memory, just to name a few.
Our home care specialists recommend starting today with implementing one or more of the following suggestions to help alleviate feelings of caregiver isolation:
• Start the day with a positive mindset. It might take some effort to start with if you have been feeling down for some time. A terrific way to begin is with 15 minutes of energy-boosting activity. Make it something satisfying, rather than an additional chore to add to your routine, like jumping on a small trampoline or following along with an upbeat exercise video.
• Tell friends and family how you feel. People may assume you’re too busy in your caregiving role to want to spend time with them. Let them know you’re feeling isolated and lonely and would welcome some company.
• Watch how you talk to yourself. Your internal dialogue plays an enormous role on your mood. Pay attention to your thoughts. If they are consistently negative or loaded with worries and anxiety, try intentionally shifting your mindset. Find three positive things to be thankful for and concentrate on those.
• Find a caregiver support group. You may be surprised to realize how many people feel the same as you do. In supporting and encouraging each other, you will have the opportunity to make some new friends who can understand and empathize with the journey you’re on.
At Love Thy Neighbor Home Care Services we have an experienced, caring staff of highly trained in-home caregivers. Our registered nurses and home health aides are happy to provide medical assistance, along with kind-hearted personal care.
Love Thy Neighbor Home Care Services is a comprehensive home care agency licensed by the Georgia Department of Community Health provide direction as to how to manage the total care of your senior loved one. Call us now at 678-892-9118 and speak with us about how we can meet your needs.
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