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Note from Self

Rhoda Wagaki Founding Director

There are times in our lives when we get caught in the throes of helping a loved one battle disease In such times it can feel like you can barely make it through the day without feeling you ’ re going to lose your mind completely So you get through it by telling yourself that someday things will be easier We forget to appreciate the current moment as we await the next Other times we are only focused on being able to hang in there and get through our day in one piece

As I sit here penning this today, I am realizing afresh that this moment right here is fleeting and I will never ever get this exact moment twice, which makes it oh so much more meaningful to me

“LIFE BECOMES MORE MEANINGFUL WHEN YOU REALIZE THE SIMPLE FACT THAT YOU’LL NEVER GET THE SAME MOMENT TWICE.”

AMY REES ANDERSON

No matter what stage of caring you are in, remind yourself that this moment is going to pass more quickly than you can imagine. Realize that both the good moments and the bad ones have a treasure within them, and you will never live this same moment twice.

Treasure each one.

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How you spend your time tells a lot abou what is important to you. As we get t the end of the year, do a quick audit of your time, how you spent it, wasted it, or killed it (ouch) and see what it reveals about the direction of your life.

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SELF-CARE FOR THE CAREGIVER

A caregiver’s job is demanding. Sometimes the holidays can make it even worse. Stress, burnout & mental health challenges can crop up in your life as you care for your loved one. So, let’s go back to the basics that you should never depart from:

1.

Ask for help

No, it is not a sign of weakness. You might be thinking, can’t the people around me see that I need help? No, they can’t because you have created the impression that you can do it all by yourself You are human It is human to get tired & depleted. Physically, emotionally & financially. Don’t let your ego stop you from asking for support.

2. Accept help

The more you turn down help, the more you communicate self-sufficiency, and at some point, people stop offering. You accepting help does not make you less

3. Do what you can

There are only 24 hours in a day, so set realistic goals. Overworking and running on fumes get you nowhere Do what you can. Rest, beloved. Tomorrow is another day. The recommended dose is ‘ one day at a time ’ Adhere to that to the best of your abilities. You are doing well. You are important. You are seen. I would appreciate your being appreciated.

Holiday Guidance shared by Jennifer Kyalo

Therapist/Author https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJ78P4X8

As far as you possibly can, choose your mental health

LEGAL-CARE FOR THE CAREGIVER

Many caregivers are so busy caring for their family members that they don’t realize the legal problems and situations that may need to be addressed.

Often, family caregivers have reported getting confused and frustrated by legal processes around succession, power of attorney, guardianship etc A lot of caregivers also are unaware of how the law is able to protect them or cushion them from the brutal edges of harmful cultural practices Waiting until a crisis arises could mean making uninformed decisions without the proper support. Establishing contact with a lawyer beforehand could prevent a situation from becoming a crisis.

Law is order, and good law is good order.

ARISTOTLE

How to find a lawyer

There are many ways to find a reliable lawyer. One of the best is a recommendation from a trusted friend, relative, or business associate. Please note, however, that each legal case is different and that a lawyer who is right for someone else may not suit you or your legal problem

What to look for when choosing a lawyer

The lawyer will be helping you solve your problems, so the first qualification is that you must feel comfortable enough to tell him or her, honestly and completely, all the facts necessary to resolve your problem.

Parting Shot: No one you listen to and nothing you read will be able to guarantee that a particular lawyer will be the best for you; you must judge that for yourself.

Ndindi Ng'ang'a An advocate of The High Court of Kenya

https://www ndindi-nadida-advocates com/

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Suruvi - Care for Caregivers initiated its operations in the year 2020 when Kenya and the world were caught in the COVID-19 death grip

An outcome of holding weekly online mental wellness sessions and, broadcasts on FB for caregivers, was the realization that caregivers needed more intense interactions with mental health practitioners but they couldn't afford this service.

This necessitated the launch of adopt-a-caregiver campaigns to fund the provision of individual therapy sessions, and workshops to caregivers.

To date, we have provided individual therapy sessions to tens of family caregivers and held online and in-person workshops with trained caregivers

Their testimonials have been highlighted on our social media platforms We aim to reach many more caregivers with this service and this becomes your opportunity to cause a positive social impact with us

Our benefactors have been individuals and small/medium businesses that recognize the rigours of caregiving and acknowledge the need for mental wellness support for caregivers. They have given their support in cash and in-kind for the benefit of caregivers' wellness support and together we are recreating a more supportive caregiver infrastructure

Dear healthcare support provider, we applaud you and affirm your demonstrated willingness to help families care for their frail and ailing at home. However, these families do not know how to reach you. Please believe what we say to you, that many of them do not want their contacts shared in groups for you to get them. They would rather reach out to you instead.

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