{"id":5022,"date":"2015-11-24T11:25:14","date_gmt":"2015-11-24T16:25:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.butler.edu\/healthyhorizons\/?p=5022"},"modified":"2015-11-17T14:07:27","modified_gmt":"2015-11-17T19:07:27","slug":"national-family-caregivers-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/blogs.butler.edu\/healthyhorizons\/uncategorized\/national-family-caregivers-month\/","title":{"rendered":"National Family Caregivers Month"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201cR<\/strong>\u2022<\/strong>E<\/strong>\u2022<\/strong>S<\/strong>\u2022<\/strong>P<\/strong>\u2022<\/strong>I<\/strong>\u2022<\/strong>T<\/strong>\u2022<\/strong>E\u201d<\/strong><\/a><\/h1>\n

The theme for National Fa<\/strong>m<\/strong>ily\u00a0Caregivers Month November 2015 is:<\/strong><\/a><\/h1>\n

\u201c<\/em><\/strong>Respite: Care for Caregivers\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/h1>\n

\"caregivers\"<\/a>Respite \u2013 the chance to take a breather, the opportunity to re-energize \u2013 is as important as any other item on your caregiver\u2019s to-do list. People think of respite as a luxury, but considering caregivers\u2019 increased risk for health issues from chronic stress, those risks are a lot costlier than some time away to recharge. Respite is the key to your own well-being. Respite protects your own health, strengthens family relationships, prevents burn-out and allows your loved one to stay at home up to three times longer. No wonder respite is one of the most frequently requested support services for family caregivers.<\/p>\n

\u00a0R<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 is for \u201cRest and Relaxation\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Everyone needs a little \u201cR and R\u201d \u2013 especially family caregivers. Relaxing is the best way\u00a0to return refreshed to handle your many responsibilities as a caregiver.<\/p>\n

E\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 as in \u201cEnergize\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Caregiving is often round-the-clock 24\/7. Respite isn\u2019t simply \u201cgetting a few hours off.\u201d\u00a0It\u2019s necessary to help you reenergize, reduce stress and provide care for your loved one.<\/p>\n

S\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 as in \u201cSleep\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Caregivers often have sleep problems. Address sleep problems and insomnia before they\u00a0take too great a toll on your health.<\/p>\n

P<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 is for \u201cPrograms that can help you\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Respite \u2013 which can be in the home or out of the home \u2013 can be hard to find but\u00a0there\u00a0are programs available to help you.<\/p>\n

I<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 as in \u201cImagination\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Let your mind run free; read a book; see a movie. You have been so occupied with the nuts-and-bolts of caregiving that refreshing your\u00a0mind will actually help you be a better\u00a0caregiver.<\/p>\n

T<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 as in \u201cTake Five\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

…or better yet, take ten.\u00a0 Do you find yourself saying, \u201cI wish I had\u00a0 just ten minutes to\u00a0myself\u201d? Don\u2019t feel guilty. You need a reprieve \u2013 a few minutes to temporarily disengage.<\/p>\n

E<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 is for \u201cExhale\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

A simple breath in and then a long exhale can help you focus and increase your vitality.\u00a0A few deep breaths can give you more energy, reduce stress, and lift your mood.<\/p>\n

During National Family Caregivers Month, remember\u2026<\/h2>\n

\u201cRespite: <\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Care for Caregivers\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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