SUPPORTING THOSE WHO CARE FOR OTHERS
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WE EXPLORE LATEST IDEAS TO MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER
ISSUE 01 - JUNE 2021
JUNE 2021
CARER HELP COLLECTION
THEME: MAKING CONNECTIONS
ART THERAPY
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WELCOME There's something new and refreshing about a change in season, and autumn always brings cool, brisk mornings and clear days. This first issue of our Carer Help Collection magazine is new too and, I hope, refreshing and encouraging. You'll find, in this issue, some beautiful ideas and simple resources that we hope will encourage and connect with you, your role as carer, and your busy lifestyle. We believe that when you celebrate the simple things in life and surround yourself with things you enjoy and appreciate, your whole world becomes infinitely more beautiful. Please take some time to relax and enjoy the ideas we've found and included, ideas we hope will help make your life easier and more beautiful.
Anne
INSPIRATION & DELIGHT FOR CARERS OF LOVED ONES
SO GLAD YOU FOUND US
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ART THERAPY WORSHOP JUNE 26
Join us and have fun while learning more about yourself, your thoughts and your behaviours.
JOURNALING FOR STRESS RELIEF
9 SYMPTOMS OF CARER STRESS
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There are so many benefits of journaling
daily but a big one is stress relief. Find out more.
THE SELF-CARE CHALLENGE
and what to do about it
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LOSE YOUR SELF IN A BOOK
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Plan a special 'day-off for you during this
month. Get outdoors, relax, walk.. enjoy your special day.
SOCIAL MEDIA CONNECT
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Pinterest isn't the only platform to showcase talented people with amazing ideas. Check out these inspirational Instagram accounts.
Grab one of these books, maybe both, and toss it into your bag. Whenever you find yourself in
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doctors' surgeries or specialist rooms or any of
MARKETPLACE FOR CARE GIVERS
the countless times you're sitting, waiting.. take
Products and resources to interest and help
out your book and enjoy
you, the care-giver. Check out what we've
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found.
THREE OF THE BEST APPS FOR CARERS
HERE ARE YOUR HELPFUL LINKS
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Yes, we’ve shared some great ideas and helpful information. But where can you find it online? This page lists the contact info for everything mentioned this issue.
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HERE'S WHAT'S IN THIS ISSUE
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9 SYMPTOMS & SIGNS OF CAREGIVER STRESS
AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT
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SYMPTOMS & SIGNS OF CAREGIVER STRESS
People often say they have “burnout” to describe any feeling of being tired, stressed, & overwhelmed. In reality, burnout is an actual state of complete emotional and mental exhaustion; as a carer, it's easy to reach that stage. So it's important to recognise the early symptoms and include daily strategies to reduce stress and prevent burnout. But don't panic! Use these simple tips to keep that stress at bay. But first. how stressed are you right now? Find out...
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THE JOURNAL CONNNECTION
JOURNALING FOR STRESS RELIEF
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BENEFITS OF USING A JOURNAL
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MANAGING ANXIETY WITH JOURNALING You may not have journaled since you were a kid. Or maybe you’ve never tried it and don’t see the point. But, the action of putting pen to paper is an extraordinarily beneficial way to improve your life. Journaling is an effortless way to change your life when nothing is going right. Even just the act of writing down your anxious thoughts and feelings can help enormously. Keeping negative feelings bottled up can actually cause the anxiety to get worse. By writing them all down, it eliminates them from the mind, leaving you feeling instantly calmer.
Journaling is an effortless way to change your life when nothing is going right. Discover what's important When you free write, you find yourself writing about the things that are most important to you. Track successes Journaling helps us see all the successes we’ve had, even when life isn’t going the way we want it to. Let go of emotional blocks We can share our deepest fears and worries in a journal. Find the answers People who journal often report that they find the answers to problems within themselves by using journaling. Encourage creativity. A journal is a safe place to be creative. There's no judgment.
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TAKE THE CHALLENGE
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SELF CARE CHALLENGE
PLAN A DAY JUST FOR YOU
LET'S TALK
TAKE THE CHALLENGE Self-care is important and it's great if you can include self-care time in your routine every day. But here's an extra self-care challenge. Plan now for one whole day off this month, just for you. Talk with your family- schedule it- plan for it. And go somewhere special. It will have a greater impac. impact if you spend time outdoors. outdoors. It's It's been been found found to to lower lower your your blood blood pressure pressure and reduce your stress. Include a walk. How about taking your camera if you like photography.
But-- do not do any tasks or work~ This is time just for you!
(And let us know how it goes. I can't wait to hear!)
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anxiety, stress relief, heathy sleep habits and
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LEARN A NEW & FUN SKILL Develop your own skills with an online class
to relax and unwind after a tiring day. Natio
or training with SkillShare: sketching, design,
is Australian-made.
photography, painting lifestyle, writing.. so many choices.
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IDEAS & RESOURCES
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CARERGIVERS APPS HELP AND INSPIRATION IN YOUR POCKET
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BREATHE 2 RELAX
MEDADVISOR
Focused breathing has been proven
MedAdvisor Medications Manager
to reduce stress.
MedAdvisor organises your medications
This stress management tool provides detailed information on the effects of stress on the body plus instructions and practice exercises to help you learn the stress management skill of controlled breathing and relaxing.
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schedule for you, the family. It also connects with your local pharmacy to help your loved one take medication safely, effectively and on time. Plus it's entirely FREE. Order medications and
HAPPIFY APP
receive reminders to take the medications.
Stressed? Anxious? The Happily app provides simple, effective solutions for dealing with anxiety, mental health, and wellbeing. Engaging activities and games allow you to overcome negative thoughts, stress, and life's challenges while having fun.
SIMPLE APPS THAT WILL IMPROVE YOUR DAY AND YOUR ROLE AS CAREGIVER
IDEAS & RESOURCES
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SWEIVER KOOB
CHOSEN WITH YOUR NEEDS AND INTERESTS IN MIND
THIS ISSUE PRESENTS A HELP GUIDE + A RELAXING READ
Surviving the Stress of your Parents' Old Age
The Saturday Night Supper Club
Nan McAdam
Carla Laureano
Many caregivers are dealing with life-
The Saturday Night Supper Club
crippling stress. Nan writes from the
invites you into the highly competitive
perspective of having lived through this
world of restaurants and chefs,
type of stress.
personal struggles and professional challenges.
Not only does she cover how to combat or prevent depression but helps the
This a story of dashed dreams and
reader deal with many difficult elder
second chances that will leave your
care issues.
heart lightened and cheered. But you'll also enjoy the food and dining elements
You'll laugh at the humorous moments
woven into the story.
but shed a tear as you share the emotional journey with Nan.
Visit the Carer Book Club page for delicious ideas and suggestions to
But you'll also come away with handy
enhance your reading experience.
tools to add to your personal toolbox of elder care.
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READ A BOOK
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SIMPLE WAYS TO MANAGE STRESS
STRESS for care-givers
MANAGING CARER STRESS....continued
In your role as caregiver, worry, stress, and
Here are five everyday skills that help you
tension are a given.
defuse some of your stress levels and keep you that much healthier and happier.
Stress is a key cause of many small and big health
problems:
frequent insomnia, changes,
headaches
colds, digestive sweating,
&
pains,
decreased
energy,
issues,
appetite
depression,
1. Exercise 2. Healthy eating 3. Relaxation
rapid
4. Mindfulness- focus on the present not
heartache.
worrying about the future 5. Sleep
Knowing that stress has such an impact on our health, it is important to take steps to
Including these easy, everyday skills will
combat it to whatever extent we can.
equip you in combating stress.
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' There are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, & those who will need a caregiver.' ― Rosalyn Carter .
LINKS: WHERE TO FIND THE PRODUCTS LISTED
PAGE 11: Calming or weighted blankets. Available from Kmart, Spotlight, The Oodie, Calming Blankets, Neptune Blankets Prices $24.99 - $299.00 Pargo insulated mug. Available from Project Pargo Price: $39.00 Natio Rosewater Mineral Bath Soak. Available from Natio online, Myer, David Jones & other department stores, Price $14. 95 SkillShare. Online or app. www.skillshare.com Price: FREE trial PAGE 12: Apps listed on this page can be found on the Apple store & Google Play apps PAGE 13: The books highlighted on this page are available from amazon.com and booktopia.com.au The Carer Book Club, (Coffee, Books & More) can be found at carerhelp.services/coffee-books-more
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CREATED WITH LOVE BY HINTERLAND BAPTIST
NEXT ISSUE
The next issue of Carer Help Connection will be chockful of amazing ideas and resources. Plus- there will also be some helpful articles for those with loved ones suffering from dementia.
ISSUE 01- JUNE 2021
MINISTRY OF HINTERLAND BAPTIST
CARER HELP COLLECTION
EXPLORING THE LATEST IDEAS CARERS TO MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER
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