Coping with Emotions of Caregiving

Caring for others is filled with many mixed and varied emotions such as feelings of love, loss, anger, affection, sadness, frustration, and guilt. It’s not uncommon for family caregivers to feel lonely and isolated. It takes a lot of physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional energy to care for a loved one. Caregivers often experience a higher rate of stress, anxiety, and depression than those who aren’t caregivers. In this class, we will share these emotions and learn about ways to help cope and manage difficult emotions.