1. Compassionate Self-Check

Respite begins within. Use these affirmations to honor your own health:

• “I am enough.” I deserve my own attention and care.
• “I know my limits.” I am aware of my energy today, and I honor it.
• “I am my own best friend.” I can be my own healer and wisdom teacher.
• “By serving my needs first…” I am better able to be a compassionate caregiver for others.
• “I affirm the completeness of my life…” Serving my needs first honors my life as a sacred presence.

2. Positive Family-Talk

Communicating your need for a “Me Moment” is vital for long-term care:

By naming this moment, you set a healthy boundary for both yourself and your loved one.

3. Compassionate Support

A “Me Moment” is a powerful start, but you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. We offer support to care for your heart and spirit:

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  1-on-1 Chaplaincy: Mary offers
  Personal Spiritual Care
  to help you process the emotional weight of caregiving.
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  Peer Connection: Join our
  Care Partner Support Group
  to find community with others who understand.