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Motivation for Caregivers….Quote #20

Posted on November 10, 2019 by ThePineyChemist

“Remember, today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday.” Dale Carnegie

Motivation for the Caregiver….Quote #14

Posted on October 3, 2019 by ThePineyChemist

“People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made… Read more Motivation for the Caregiver….Quote #14

Caregiving in a Rural Setting

Posted on December 11, 2018December 20, 2019 by ThePineyChemist

Living in “Rural America” is gratifying.  The sounds of clattering suburbia are replaced by serene quietness.  Days and nights are… Read more Caregiving in a Rural Setting

Why do I feel guilty….caregiver guilt?

Posted on December 4, 2018January 19, 2019 by ThePineyChemist

You became a caregiver to give your loved-one unconditional love, support, and quality care within the comforts of home.  Your… Read more Why do I feel guilty….caregiver guilt?

How to Help a Caregiver

Posted on December 1, 2018January 6, 2019 by ThePineyChemist

We caregivers are experts at keeping a “happy” face, even when times lack happiness and joy.  Our constant smiles and… Read more How to Help a Caregiver

Respite care? Yes, please!

Posted on November 30, 2018December 21, 2018 by ThePineyChemist

Whether you chose to be a caregiver or caregiving chose you, you’re now responsible for the well-being of another individual. … Read more Respite care? Yes, please!

‘Tis the CAREgiving Season: The holiday/caregiving balance.

Posted on November 26, 2018November 25, 2019 by ThePineyChemist

I love the holidays!  Decorations, glowing fireplaces, winter wonderlands, Bing Crosby, and gift-giving.  Long chats with family of days gone-by… Read more ‘Tis the CAREgiving Season: The holiday/caregiving balance.

A Day in My Life as a Caregiver

Posted on November 22, 2018December 16, 2018 by ThePineyChemist

10:00 PM….I transfer my grandmother from wheelchair to bed via hoyer lift and begin our nightly routine.  Undress, bathe, dress,… Read more A Day in My Life as a Caregiver

Tips on being a caregiver AND keeping your sanity!

Posted on November 14, 2018February 11, 2019 by ThePineyChemist

By now most of you know my story….30-something woman, B.S. degree in Chemistry, full-time caregiver for 11 years.  How did… Read more Tips on being a caregiver AND keeping your sanity!

Caregiver stress….YES it’s real!

Posted on November 8, 2018February 11, 2019 by ThePineyChemist

You have a B.S. in Chemistry….what do you know about caregiver stress?  A lot more than you think.  If you’ve… Read more Caregiver stress….YES it’s real!

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