Telling the difference between good friends and toxic friends is especially important for caregivers. Caregivers simply don’t have the dual luxuries of boundless time and energy to invest in friendships that are not reciprocal. So, here’s a quick guide to recognising good friends and toxic friends.TOXIC FRIENDSFor caregivers, there are
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THE CAREGIVERS' LIVING ROOM A Blog by Donna Thomson: The Truth About Toxic Friends vs Good Friends
Telling the difference between good friends and toxic friends is especially important for caregivers. Caregivers simply don’t have the dual luxuries of boundless time and energy to invest in friendships that are not reciprocal. So, here’s a quick guide to recognising good friends and toxic friends.TOXIC FRIENDSFor caregivers, there are
Continue readingTHE CAREGIVERS' LIVING ROOM A Blog by Donna Thomson: WHAT IS A SUPPORT NETWORK AND WHAT WILL IT DO FOR ME?
I wrote this for an audience of adults with disabilities who want to get started using a tech tool to coordinate the help of friends and family in a circle of care. But the model works for seniors too, as well as anyone who requires some assistance to get through
Continue readingTHE CAREGIVERS' LIVING ROOM A Blog by Donna Thomson: Special Words and Deeds to Support a Caregiver’s Hurting Heart
Recently, I wrote about friends who aren’t sure how to support a caregiver in distress. I talked about how difficult it is for caregivers themselves to know how anyone could help in situations that are so trying, they are almost beyond description. This week, I came upon two examples of
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