Home Care in Johns Creek GA

One of the first things that family caregivers do when they start taking care of an elderly loved one is to neglect their own health and happiness. This is dangerous, because it can lead to caregiver stress and additional health problems for the caregiver herself. Learn how to take care of yourself so that you can be the best you for everyone in your life.

Exercise Regularly

Exercise helps to relieve stress, give you more energy, help you sleep better, and even improve your mood. Making time to exercise daily, or at least as often as you can, is one of the best things that you can do to care for yourself while you’re also caring for a loved one. Even if all you can do is take a good walk a few times a week, that can be enough to help you.

Get Regular Sleep

Sleep is when your body rests and recharges from everything that you put it through during the day. Sometimes, taking care of your loved one might mean that you end up having interrupted sleep or simply that you don’t sleep well even if you’re in bed all night. If your sleep is interrupted, make sure that you take cat naps regularly to try to catch up a bit. Worrying is another problem, though, and you should try journaling or talking to a friend so that you can get rid of your fears before you try to sleep.

Eat Right

What you put into your body is the fuel on which it runs, and if you’re eating foods that aren’t great for you, your body can’t do as much with them. You’re probably very concerned about what your loved one is eating, so do the same for yourself. Make sure that you’re eating lots of fruits and vegetables and try to stick to whole foods as much as possible.

Make Time to Relax

Your brain and your body both need time to just relax and unwind. Look for activities that allow you to feel relaxed and at ease. You might try yoga, meditation, or even just deep breathing exercises. If you can make the time to do some of these activities every day, you might find that at various times during your busy day you actually feel more relaxed and rested.

Take a Break from Being a Caregiver

Periodically you need to take a break from being a caregiver to your elderly loved one. Think of it as a date that you keep with yourself at least once a week. Hire home care providers to stay with your loved one while you’re away, even if they’re only there for the times that you’re taking a break. That way you’ll be able to relax enough to enjoy your time away.

You can’t take care of your elderly loved one well if you’re neglecting yourself.

The staff at Home Care Matters is available to talk with you and your family about all of your needs. Home Care Matters is a home care agency providing quality and affordable home care services in Johns Creek, GA and the surrounding areas. Call (678) 828-2195 for more information.

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Valerie Darling

Founder, Owner at Home Care Matters

Valerie was born in Miami, FL and after a few family moves, grew up locally in the Marietta, GA area.Valerie is the oldest of 4 (3 younger brothers).She is married and has one child.Valerie is the Founder, Owner and CEO of Home Care Matters.Valerie’s mom, Dee, is the inspiration and primary driver as the how and why the business was born.Valerie says, “My mom is never far from our thoughts.Mom was an integral part of developing and starting HCM before she passed away.Our goal is to stay true to her memory and continue to honor her with the love, values, and ethics she taught us.”

Valerie has the unique experience with home care as she has experienced it from both ends of the spectrum, as a caregiver and as needing care herself as a cancer survivor. Valerie says, “Taking care of someone you love is a physically, mentally and demanding labor of love.Taking care of my mom was the hardest thing I have ever done. It has given me an insight and perspective not many people understand unless you are doing it or have done it.I loved taking care of my mom.I love helping others take care of their love ones too.And now that I’ve been sick, it’s given me a whole new level of empathy and understanding for those who are sick and need help.”

Valerie’s schedule varies daily, but she loves visiting with our clients, families, caregivers, our network partners and being in the office.Says Valerie, “Every day is different, but I wake up excited about what we do, inspired by our team, clients and caregivers.I strive to be a resource to the community.I love my team and I love what we do every day. I like to think my mom would be proud.”

You can reach Valerie by email (Valerie@homecarematters.com) or in our office (770.965.4004).

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