Under the best of circumstances, the holidays can be a stressful time, but when you are grieving for someone, holidays take on greater meaning. Like any anniversary or birthday, holidays are rife with memories. If you are working with the bereaved, or you yourself are grieving, this time of year can be downright excruciating.

Memories of joyous family gatherings may be supplanted by a profound sadness, a feeling that those times are gone forever, but there are ways to cope with these losses.

You can incorporate the one you love into new…

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Have you had trouble finding a heart-warming movie to watch with the whole family? If so,I would recommend that you gather everyone to watch Disney’s animated film Up. A 78 year old widowed man and a 8 year old looking for adventure typically aren’t portrayed as the heroes in most films. But that is only one of the things that makes UP so unique and wonderful.

Four reasons you should watch Up

1. The relationship which develops between Carl Fredricksen and young Russell show us that generation gaps can be bridged
2. People of all ages will be able to…

Whether you’re caring for an elderly parent, a significant other with a new diagnosis, or an ill child, you may have already experienced the difficulties of maintaining your own physical and mental health while acting as primary caregiver.

Tips to avoid burnout
If you have the assistance of a regular home health aide or a friend or family member who can allow you to take breaks, take advantage of those moments. Get out of the home to take a walk, or go window shopping. Sit at a local coffee shop to sip…