Every year in the United States, millions of people find themselves providing care for disabled family members or friends. While caregiving can be incredibly rewarding, it can also be the source of isolation and loneliness for some people, especially if their loved one needs constant help and supervision. Here are three tips for fighting loneliness as a caregiver.

Ways to Prevent Loneliness

1. Try a New Hobby 

Often, caregivers can be discouraged by the routine involved with providing around-the-clock care for a loved one, which is why mixing in new tasks can be refreshing. Consider trying your hand at a new hobby, like painting, doing puzzles, writing a pen pal, cooking, or taking an online class to learn something new. 

2. Stay Connected 

Calling a friend, getting an email, or even sending a text message can help you to stay connected with other people, so contact family members and friends to reinforce friendships. Consider taking your loved one out to group activities with people who struggle with similar health problems, so you can mix and mingle with other caregivers who understand your daily struggles. 

3. Let Home Health Care Professionals Help

It’s one thing to give someone a call, but it’s another thing to grab a movie with a friend without worrying about your loved one back home. To give yourself a break, consider working with home health care professionals to fill in for you from time to time. Their caregivers can come to your home and provide your loved one with the care they need, giving you a well-deserved break. 

Whether you are ready for a break or you need ongoing help with your loved one, the team at Deer Valley Home Health Services is ready to help. With a commitment to patient care and kindness, it’s no wonder why they have been trusted by families throughout Berkeley, St. Charles, and St. Louis, MO, for the past ten years. Learn more about their personalized approach to caregiver services by exploring their website or giving them a call at (314) 355-3679.