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5 Reasons Caregivers Should Go on Vacation

Tuesday, April 10, 2018 - by Euro-American Connections & Homecare
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As a caregiver, you have a lot on your plate. No matter how good a vacation, or least a long weekend sounds, it’s no wonder that it’s hard to get motivated to actually plan it. But guess what!? It doesn’t have to be that stressful if you plan it well. In fact, the earlier you begin, the more money and time you can save, and the sooner you’ll get to the good part: relaxing. So what are you waiting for??

 

Here are 5 reasons why caregivers should go on vacation:

 

  • Reduce stress:  Experts say taking a vacation can lead to less stress, which means less stress-related health scares like severe headaches, backaches and of course risk of developing a serious heart condition
  • Heart health: Speaking of a heart heart, those that vacation often have noticed drops in blood pressure, especially women. According to the Framingham Heart Study, women who took vacation less than once every six years were more likely to develop coronary heart disease, and 8 times more likely to have a heart attack. Heart disease affects millions of Americans, but you don’t have to be one of them.

 

 

  • Sleep better: If you’re a workaholic, there’s a good chance you don’t get the sleep you need. High stress can lead to poor eating habits and not drinking enough water every day. As a result, it can take a toll on your sleeping habits. If you invest some time in planning a relaxing vacation, you’ll get to break away from your daily routine and take some time to reset.
  • Reenergize! If you love your work, know that taking time off will allow you to decompress and prevent caregiver burnout down the road. Caregivers are prone to developing depression as well, and overworking yourself can lead to it. Offset the negativity with some well-deserved time off!

 

Embrace your social life Caregivers notice that whenever they’re on “autopilot” mode and fil to break away from their busy daily routine, it can really take a toll on their personal life. Be sure to consider a vacation with those you love or take some time off to reconnect with close friends. Trust us- you need it!

Be sure to share this with your fellow caregivers and get a head-start on planning your next big adventure. 🙂

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