Teri Sellers
The next meeting of the Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group is March 16.
Mindfulness for Caregivers is a new, research-based coping strategy. Want to prevent caregiver burnout? Get mindful.
Caregiving is an endlessly demanding role that can often cause stress, anxiety, depression and a number of related health problems. Studies have shown that a very effective method for easing these symptoms may lie in the practice of mindfulness.
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Take an important step to improve your quality of life and join us for an insightful, practical presentation on the benefits and techniques of daily mindfulness as a caregiver.
If at any point you have thought or said some version of, “I don’t have time to relax” due to your obligations as a caregiver, read on. Time is not your enemy; your to-do list is. Put it down and walk away. Really, walk away; just for a few minutes. No need to panic; it is not going anywhere.
The big open secret is that the key to reducing caregiver burnout and compassion fatigue lies in what can be construed to some as the seemingly counter intuitive wisdom of mindfulness. Being mindful and engaging in radical self-care is proving to be one of the most effective ways to take care of your loved one while fortifying yourself. Mindfulness is a necessary core competency that we all need to develop. Taking space for yourself in the long run will keep you grounded and peaceful while allowing you to be of service.
Whether or not you are experiencing any symptoms related to caregiver burnout, small mindful changes over a period as little as a week can begin to yield positive results.
About the Speaker
Lauren M. Kutsko, B.A. is a Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst who speaks, writes and leads retreats on the importance and practical application of mindfulness as a method for lowering anxiety and gaining perspective in times of stress. Lauren is also a patient and family advocate with ComForCare Senior Services, where she helps individuals, families and professionals learn to manage caregiver stress.
Respite Care
We may be able to provide free respite care for those with Alzheimer’s/Dementia during the caregiver meeting. This will allow the caregiver the opportunity and peace of mind to attend the discussion group. Please call me with your RSVP no later than Tuesday, March 12.
Monthly Breakfast
A more casual opportunity to meet and share with other caregivers is the first Saturday of each month. We will meet at Eagle’s Nest for breakfast and just talk. Getting to know other caregivers can be very supportive and helpful as the journey of this disease can be challenging. RSVP is required by February 27 for the March 2 breakfast.
For information or to RSVP for respite care or the breakfast, please call Teri Sellers at 602-793-0299 or email [email protected].