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Caregiver support, mental health matters

Caregiver support, mental health matters

I have been seeing Dr. Jenny for issues related to my mother‘s Alzheimer’s. This has been one of the more difficult times of my life, and Dr. Jenny has been there every step of the way. I feel like she is helping me to stay connected with my mother throughout this process. She is also helping me stay centered and sane. I highly recommend her.”

Cancer patient caregivers deal with significant impact to emotional health

Cancer patient caregivers deal with significant impact to emotional health

The number of informal caregivers who look after older adults with cancer is on the rise. Caregivers could be relatives, partners, or even friends who provide assistance to people in order to help them function. Most older people with cancer live at home and are dependent on informal caregivers for support with their cancer treatment, symptom management, and daily activities.

Art therapy can be beneficial for stressed caregivers of cancer patients

Art therapy can be beneficial for stressed caregivers of cancer patients

Creative activities like art-making are mindful practices, allowing patients and caregivers to stay in the moment, which by definition can free them from the stress that cancer brings. Caregivers experience stress, which can affect their own health and the patient’s outcome. A recent study showed coloring and open-studio art therapy benefits stressed caregivers of cancer patients.