Take Time For Yourself

There are many challenges that a caregiver faces while caring for a loved one. The holidays can bring additional stress to the already busy working families. Often the caregivers of those in need of senior care services are raising their own families and juggling between adult day care, medical appointments for mom or dad and assisting with Activities of Daily Life(ADL's). This is a tremendous act of love to stand by our loved ones in a time of need, yet it is important to remember that we all deserve some time for ourselves - to rest, recharge and do things we enjoy. That is what respite care offers a family; a break. While some may face the guilt of leaving their loved one, it is necessary for a caregiver to make time for themselves to be the best they can be. It is not always easy, but respite care is available to assist families with a much needed break to decrease stress and give you time to enjoy the holiday season with your family. Southern Companions has been providing respite care and senior care services for over five years. Along with Caring Together in Hope, we are glad to help families with financial assistance with limited resources who need respite care. Don't get burnt out, run down and stressed out this Christmas. Take time for yourself. Each person deserves a day away in which no problems are confronted, no solutions are searched for. ~ Maya Angelou