When undertaking the role of a caregiver, can come with much more than you expected.How do you navigate experiences that go beyond what the role entails allowing you as a caregiver to flourish?In this episode, I share a couple of non-negotiables, caregivers should look into incorporating to ensure they are Read More
Being a caregiver can be a stressful, all-consuming job that will wear on anyone over time. The responsibility, ups and downs, and stress can pile up over time and lead to burnout.If you find yourself thinking, “I am so tired of being a caregiver,” it is important to know you Read More
Caregiving can be hard for anyone, but being an only child may add additional challenges. As an only child, you may not have siblings to share the responsibilities of caregiving with, which can lead to feelings of isolation and burnout. Additionally, you may have a stronger emotional attachment to your parent, making Read More
You have your job -- the one with a paycheck. And then you have your caregiving responsibilities -- helping someone who means the world to you.Work can be rewarding in more ways than one. So can caregiving. But together, it’s a demanding combination. You may feel like you’ve got more Read More
If you get caught in a riptide, the best way to survive is to swim with it. Go in the direction it's carrying you. People drown when they try to overpower the tide instead of using its energy to go somewhere else. The same principle holds true for overcoming naysayers Read More
We all procrastinate differently, and we have all put off something that we needed to do. But how many times have you put off the same task and in how many areas of your life do you procrastinate?So why is procrastination bad and how does procrastination affect our lives? If Read More
Many caregivers are perpetually tired from the emotional and physical demands that result from caring for their loved one. Just the thought of your normal routine plus decorating the house, attending special events, shopping for gifts, and preparing special food for the holidays can be overwhelming.But what if you had Read More
Arthur and Angela's story is a unique one and in this episode, they share it all with us.Listen in and get inspired by how they have been able to progress on their journey in love and caregiving.CONNECT WITH ROZ JONESYoutube: Jacksonville's Best CaregiversLinkedIn: Rosalind JonesInstagram: @rozcaregiverconsulting Blog: The Caregiver Cafe Blog Website: Read More
Arthur and Angela's story is a unique one and in this episode, they share it all with us.Listen in and get inspired by how they have been able to progress on their journey in love and caregiving.CONNECT WITH ROZ JONESYoutube: Jacksonville's Best CaregiversLinkedIn: Rosalind JonesInstagram: @rozcaregiverconsulting Blog: The Caregiver Cafe Blog Website: Read More
Some of us chose not to have children, while for others it just didn’t happen. Our work or pets take their place. But, unfortunately, our jobs or cats cannot help us out in case of an emergency or if we become ill.So how do we plan for elder care when Read More
As a caregiver, should you trust your gut when making decisions that affect your loved one?Research has shown that when people base decisions on their instincts, they often come up with the correct answers to problems. In this episode, I share why you should trust your gut when responsible for Read More
It can be overwhelming to face the fact that your elderly loved one can no longer live independently. Finding a facility that can provide the assistance and care that your loved one deserves can be challenging, and there is a lot at stake.Elder abuse and neglect are very real concerns Read More
The 5 love languages as shared by Gary Chapman have been transformational in the lives of many individuals who are looking to build relationships with their loved ones and these are also applicable in caregiving.In this episode, I share how love can be expressed in caregiving. The caregiver role is Read More
In this episode, we continue our conversation about caregivers in a health crisis with Dr. Herbert and we discuss our love for God, Why God, and Who is gonna help me, God.Much of our love for God can lead us to take up caregiving roles, it may affect our physical Read More
The caregiving experience is not a light-hearted one, caregivers need care too and sometimes may lose their way. However, your faith in God is always a reminder that He will come through for you in times of need. So what happens when the faith is deteriorating and a caregiver is Read More
In this episode, we speak to Chris Giles who is preparing to care for his mother, and how he is working towards it. Preparing for the role of the primary caregiver is not a finger snap and Chris shares what led him to make this decision.Are you transitioning to the caregiver Read More
In this episode, we continue last week's conversation about having loved ones who are locked up and how it affects their family.As the caregiver for children whose family members are incarcerated, it can be hard to navigate a relationship with them and this can have a toll on the caregiver Read More
The caregiver’s job is a difficult one with many new realities and hardships such as incarceration.Often they need to perform as both mother and father to a child with a parent in prison, teaching skills and caring for them in ways the absent parent would have done as well as Read More
Have you been in a position to help a loved one however you are not ready? I totally understand you and this is exactly why I decided to highlight this in this episode.Are you curious to find out how to resolve this? Press play on this episode.CONNECT WITH ROZ JONESYoutube: Jacksonville's Read More
Summer is known as the period for the majority of people to relax and take off the load from what they have been doing.However, as a caregiver, it is important that you stay active as you may be the primary/secondary caregiver to your loved ones.So how do you do that? Read More
