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Self-Care for the Caregiver

​​As a caregiver, you spend much of your day making sure your family is safe, happy, and healthy. However, it’s important for your well-being that you also find time to care for yourself. The following resources provide information and self-care strategies to help you reduce stress and improve your mental, physical, and emotional health.

​What is self-care and why is it important?
  • This brief TEDx talk explores four aspects of self-care that can support your wellness.

How can I check in on myself?
  • To figure out what your needs are, check out this podcast and comic for exercises that will help you get to know yourself better.
  • Taking this self-care inventory can help you understand in which areas of self-care you might be lacking so you have a direction for moving forward.

What are some things I can do to practice self-care?
  • Here are ten easy ideas to help you care for yourself.
  • Are you up for a challenge? This 28-day plan will help you integrate healthy habits into your daily life.
  • Learn about the many benefits of meditation with this quick video that explains the science behind the practice.
  • Now, would you like to try meditating? These brief videos get you started. 
  • Ready for a deeper dive? This “How to Mediate” guide includes guided practice, tips, information, support, and resources to help you reduce stress and increase calmness through meditation.
  • Spending time outside is an important part of self-care, but there might be obstacles that keep you from heading outdoors. This video gives practical tips on how to overcome those hurdles so you can get outside! 
  • What are some of the benefits of spending time outside? This article explains how being outdoors can help lower stress, improve focus, boost immunity, and more.
  • Getting a good night’s rest is vital for a healthy, happy life. But many of us struggle to get to sleep and to stay asleep for long enough. This infographic provides seven tips to help you sleep better.
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  • Program
    • Program Overview
    • Setting the Stage for Learning
    • Participating in Your Child’s Learning
    • Scheduling Your Day
  • Learning
    • Social Emotional Learning
    • Fostering Positive Behavior
    • Scholar Motivation
  • MATERIALS
    • Grades K - 2
    • Grades 3 - 6
    • Grades 7 - 8
  • Additional Resources
    • COVID-19 Resources
    • Health & Wellness
    • Self-Care for the Caregiver
    • Learning Resources