You might not feel that you need a break because care has become a normal part of your life, but having time to concentrate on yourself is essential, and can enable you to give better care in the long term.
Here are just some of the reasons you should consider Your Hope Care:
Free time
– You should be able to enjoy some ‘me time’ doing hobbies, seeing friends and family or simply unwinding and offloading the burden of care focusing on other commitments.
Holiday
– It might not feel essential to go away, but extended periods of time when you’re not caring for someone can hugely improve your wellbeing.
– it is why annual leave is considered vital for employees, and it’s the same for those caring for their loved ones.
Illness
– If you yourself become ill, you’ll need to take some time to rest and get better. It’s worth bearing in mind that if your health deteriorates, it will be more difficult to care for your loved one.
Your own health
– Keeping yourself healthy is vital, and you need time to do exercise refreshing the mind and catch up on any sleep you have missed.
Unexpected events
– If something happens that you don’t expect, like a family emergency, you may need some time away from your care role.