Without a doubt caring for others can be physically and emotionally demanding. It’s understandable, then, that you may feel overwhelmed from time to time. This is why respite care is so important. Respite care is essentially allowing yourself a much-needed break,...
There’s no doubt about it — being a caregiver can be stressful. When someone else depends on you for meeting their basic needs, it’s understandable that you’d feel overwhelmed from time to time. With this in mind, we’ve created this ultimate self-care guide. These are...
Growing old in your own home is most people’s dream. But the reality can be very different. Around a third of Irish adults experience some form of emotional loneliness which increases as we age. The benefits of companionship care include friendship and social...
Suppose you’ve been advised to isolate because of your age or underlying health conditions. In that case, you could be experiencing feelings of boredom and loneliness. While being stuck at home might not be ideal, there are plenty of activities you can do with your...
If you have older neighbours, the chances are they’re enjoying highly fulfilling lives. But they could be feeling uncertain, isolated and lonely at this unprecedented time. Supporting your neighbours could mean sharing a meal or setting up their online shopping....
