Tips for Caregivers: Managing Stress
If you’re a caregiver, I want you to remind
yourself: it’s important to take care of you. Hi, I’m WenDee, a behavioral health
specialist here at Oak Street Health. Caring for someone else while
managing your own life is a big job. It can lead to burnout if you’re
not careful, so it’s important to keep those boundaries and practice self-care.
Start with the basics: get enough sleep, eat balanced meals, and create
short breaks throughout the day. Make sure you have a strong support
system. Opening up to friends, family, or a professional reminds you that you’re not alone.
Setting boundaries doesn’t need to feel hard. It could be asking a family member to help with
something you usually do, so you can take a moment to rest. It’s not selfish. It helps you
keep showing up and doing your best every day. Like they say on airplanes: you have to put
your own mask on first before helping others. Visit OakStreetHealth.com
for more caregiver resources.
Are you a caregiver?
Caring for someone else while managing your own life can feel overwhelming. WenDee, a Behavioral Health Specialist at Oak Street Health, shares a few ways to set boundaries. Taking care of yourself helps you keep showing up for those you love. Remember: you can’t pour from an empty cup.
Check out our blog post for more caregiver tips.
Call (866) 291-7384 or visit OakStreetHealth.com to learn more and schedule a visit.
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