Christmas can get stressful – some tips for a positive festive season

• December 20,2017
• Blog

With the festive season around the corner, while it’s expected to be the happiest time of the year, for some it can also be a time of increased stress and loneliness. Sadness around the holiday period can be triggered by so many factors including financial stress, loneliness, worry and grief. Social Media When everyone around you seems to be in a celebratory mood, and you are not, it can feel isolating. It’s even more difficult to stop comparing ourselves with others on social med... CONTINUE READING

How to take care of yourself while caring for others?

• April 21,2017
• Blog

As a carer or family member supporting a loved one, you have a tremendous impact on the life of the person you provide care for, whether it is a family member or a friend. As a carer, the everyday commitment of advocating for your loved one and providing the best possible care can sometimes lead to burnout, anxiety and the negative feelings that can trigger depression. According to the National Health Institute, the risk of carers experiencing depression is 30 times higher than non-carers. Ca... CONTINUE READING

Seven tips to plan an awesomely accessible holiday!

• April 13,2017
• Blog

Planning a holiday should be fun and exciting but it can also be stressful with many things to consider. We have crafted a list of useful travel planning tips to help get you started: 1. Plan in advance and book ahead Okay, so this is easier said than done, particularly as the April Holiday break is only a few days away. The further ahead you book the more likely you are to get the kind of accommodation you want. More and more places have accessible options and if the information i... CONTINUE READING