Caregiver Mental Health and Well-Being
                        
		 
	 
			
			
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Supporting your own mental health and well-being is important to prevent caregiver burnout. With the right tools you can learn to recognize warning signs.
Taking Care of Yourself
Taking care of yourself can be a challenge for caregivers, as it may require time away from the person you’re caring for or other things you need to get done. As a caregiver, looking after your mental and physical health is important.
If you are experiencing any of these signs you may be at risk of burnout:
- Difficulty sleeping
 
- Headaches / stomach aches
 
- Losing hope
 
- Feeling trapped
 
- Inability to relax
 
- Changes in eating habits
 
- No energy
 
The OCO is here for you. Explore our resources and find support that may help you in your caregiving role.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a life-threatening situation, call 911 for a medical emergency or 988 for a mental health crisis.
    
                        
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- Caregiver burnout 
 
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                        Caregiver Tip: Taking Care of Your Body and Mind
            “I try to fit in half an hour of random dancing every day… I replicate dances from music, this really helps me to get my emotions and energy out, while bringing me comfort as I know I’m doing good for my body and mind at the same time”
                     
     
 
	
		
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