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Mettle Health training will take you right where no other training program does. Right where you need to go to be of meaningful service while preserving your own well-being. “Either everybody matters or nobody matters”-H. Bosch

We're thrilled to introduce our new series, "Caregiver Toolbox," a treasure chest of practical and heart-centered tips for both caregivers and home health aides. Our first tip in the series? Foster empathy and compassion. Excelling as a caregiver or home health aide isn't just about completing tasks—it's about making a profound impact on someone's life. The "Caregiver Toolbox" series is based on a variety of sources, including The Caregiver Action Network. They provide a comprehensive toolbox filled with tips, stories, and resources tailored to specific conditions. In addition, Johns Hopkins Medicine offers an invaluable toolkit designed to help manage caregiver stress. Stay tuned as we continue to share more tips that will enhance your caregiving journey. We're here to support you every step of the way. 💙 #caregivingtips

Caregiving is a journey that changes when a care recipient’s health declines. This session focuses on dealing with anticipatory grief, caregiver isolation, how to replace time spent on caregiving tasks and moving on. This is a free, online event: https://bit.ly/3zXrelo

We understand that life can be hectic, especially for caregivers, patients, and healthcare professionals. So we're excited to offer Mettle Health's Mettle Method modules in 2.5-hour sections that we hope will integrate easier into busy schedules. This program explores the profound aspects of living with illness and mortality. Rooted in palliative care, we integrate insights from psychology, philosophy, and spirituality to foster compassionate understanding during life’s toughest challenges. Whether you’re a working clinician, a dedicated caregiver, or navigating your own health journey, these modules are for you. Together, we’ll cultivate a community focused on what it truly means to be human while caring for one another. Ready to reframe existing mental structures and deepen connection? Join us for an upcoming module! Orienting to the Person and Not the Disease Fri, 10/25 at 10am PT Fri, 11/22 at 1:30pm PT Building Mutual Relationships Between Giver and Receiver Fri, 10/25 at 1:30pm PT Fri, 12/6 at 10am PT Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others Fri, 11/22 @ 10am PT Fri, 12/6 at 1:30pm PT Learn more about all our Mettle Method offerings and sign up: https://lnkd.in/gerhHrhe #MettleMethod #PalliativeCare #Compassion #Healthcare #Community #ProfessionalDevelopment #Caregiving #MettleHealth

'If the measure of a society’s humanity is how it treats its most vulnerable...we are falling far short.' There's nothing new in the Darzi report today - and I hate the word 'vulnerable' - but at least this (briefly) nods to healthcare failures/barriers for people with learning disabilities: - a third of rooms (6,600+) in mental health/learning disability sites lack ensuite facilities - people with a learning disability twice as likely to die from preventable causes and four times as likely to die from treatable causes - not enough people registered with GPs or getting annual health checks (those two facts are of course linked) - 2,000+ people locked up in inappropriate inpatient care Various groups, mostly the big name usual suspects, were involved in the expert reference group and the call for evidence, but there's seemingly little direct input from people themselves, especially from community based organisations. Partly explained by the fact this is a rapid review, but it's the same huge and typical gap in research and review exercises - and something Prof Chris Hatton looks at next issue of Community Living Magazine (out early October). #nhs #healthcare #healthinequality #learningdisability #autism #labour #ukgovernment https://lnkd.in/eFkpUZV3

Caring for a loved one with a chronic health care condition can feel rewarding, but also stressful at the same time. Recognize the signs of caregiver stress and burnout. You deserve to take care of yourself, as well. Caregivers are the backbone of supporting loved ones, and we are grateful. #CaregiverSupport #CaregiverBurnout #MentalHealthMatters #ChronicIllness #PrimaryImmunodeficiency #LivingWithPI #RareDisease #RareDiseaseTherapist #ChronicIllnessTherapist #JodiTaubTherapy

As a bereaved parent of a medically complex child, I continue to see families walk this path of navigating systems and advocating. There also begins to be a slow increase in health research on medical complexity and supporting caregivers. I see organizations like Children's Healthcare Canada and Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence advance the work of supportive policies. We have CIHI data that tells the story of the scope of this population across the provinces. Now is the time to begin to streamline connection for this community of families. So nobody misses out on policy advancements, opportunities to participate or partner in research. So families can feel connected. So families can access new research with greater ease. This has been on my mind and the minds of many of my friends and colleagues. So the question remains, how do we begin to develop this story? How do we democratize important information? How do we streamline how to get involved? This needs to happen and I’d love to give this the time and innovation it deserves.

Empower independence, embrace comfort! 🏡 Explore the ways Senior Care Services champion autonomy in our latest blog. Learn how to support your loved ones in maintaining their independence at home. 💪 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ezQvu_Ss #SeniorCare #IndependenceAtHome #Empowerment

Did you know caregiving comes with a surprising health bonus? Caregiving isn't just about providing support to others—it also offers incredible benefits for your own health and well-being! Explore this eye-opening article from Johns Hopkins Medicine to learn about the surprising health perks that come with being a caregiver. From boosting your immune system to enhancing mental resilience, discover how acts of compassion can positively impact your own health journey. Ready to reap the rewards of caring for others? Let's explore together! https://bit.ly/3tn9MQ4

Did you know caregiving comes with a surprising health bonus? Caregiving isn't just about providing support to others—it also offers incredible benefits for your own health and well-being! Explore this eye-opening article from Johns Hopkins Medicine to learn about the surprising health perks that come with being a caregiver. From boosting your immune system to enhancing mental resilience, discover how acts of compassion can positively impact your own health journey. Ready to reap the rewards of caring for others? Let's explore together! https://bit.ly/3tn9MQ4