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Finding Connection when Caregiving Feels Lonely

Published 4 months ago • 1 min read

Upside Lane

Nurturing Hearts, Nourishing Lives, Inspiring Resilience

Hi Reader,

We are living in a loneliness epidemic with approximately one in two adults experiencing loneliness - and this statistic was before the 2020 covid pandemic.

The exponential growth of technology has been a blessing and a curse. It is broadening communities while at the same time distracting us from being within society and deeply connecting with others.

Caregivers, despite spending their days caring for others, can experience profound loneliness, even when they are not alone.

In this article, I talk about loneliness and social isolation. I offer practical strategies to combat caregiver loneliness, build meaningful connections, and prioritize your mental health while caring for others.

I hope you find it helpful!

Caregiver Loneliness: Tips to Prevent Feeling Alone

Caregivers often face the unexpected dichotomy of feeling alone while caring for others. Let's look at tips to prevent caregiver loneliness and isolation.

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- Dawn

PO Box 83, South Dennis, Massachusetts 02660
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