ComoBNP

Taking care of the caregiver
by Dr. Kristen Neff
If you work in a care-giving profession (and that certainly includes being a family member!), you’ll need to recharge your batteries so you have enough energy available to give to others. Give yourself permission to meet your own needs, recognizing that this will not only enhance your quality of life, it will also enhance your ability to be there for those that rely on you. For instance, you might listen to relaxing music, take a yoga class, hang out with a friend for an evening, or get a massage.
Of course, sometime our time is limited and we aren’t able to take care of ourselves as much as we’d like. Also, one limitation of self-care strategies is that they’re “off the job,” and can’t be done while you’re actually caregiving. Thus, it’s important to also engage in “on the job” self care. When you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed when with the person you’re caring for, you might try giving yourself soothing words of support (for example “I know this is hard right now, and it’s only natural you’re feeling so stressed. I’m here for you.”). Or else you might try using soothing touch or the self-compassion break. This will allow you to keep your heart open, and help you care for and nurture yourself at the same time you’re caring for and nurturing others.

IMPORTANT NEWS!
Meals on Wheels is currently offering no cost meals to Ramsey County residents. They can be reached at:
(651) 266-4107

During these times of great difficulty, we want you to know that our doors are open and we are still here for you!

Our current programming has been modified to accommodate travel restrictions and increase socialization by utilizing telephone and internet options, as well as curbside pickup for groceries and medications.

Our Mission

The Block Nurse Program links older adults in the Como Park/Falcon Heights area with community resources, using staff and volunteers. Our services support independence, increase opportunities for socialization and promote safety for adults as they age.

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Choice, Dignity, Independence

Como Park Falcon Heights Living at Home Block Nurse Program provides these communities with trusted resources and services that cater to our neighborhood seniors and their families. We organize transportation, volunteers, respite, in-home nursing, and referral services to be as effective as possible so that elders are able to remain in the homes they love.

Whether you are returning to your home after a hospitalization or need support while caring for a loved one, we are here for you and your family.

We coordinate home health care and hospice services for those covered by Medicare, Medical Assistance, or private insurance. We also offer private pay options based on a sliding fee scale.

Como Park-Falcon Heights Living at Home Block Nurse Program is funded by the Minnesota Department of Human Services, Ramsey County, City of St. Paul, Ward 4, Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging, and many individual donors.