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Self-Care and Mental Health for Caregivers

Lesson Plan

Self-Care and Mental Health for Caregivers

Understand self-care, compassion fatigue, burnout

A 30-minute presentation designed to educate military caregivers on self-care, compassion fatigue, and burnout. The goal is to empower caregivers with knowledge and practical strategies to manage their well-being effectively.

Audience

Military Caregivers

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Experiential learning

Materials

Access to the internet for video content, How to Deal with Burnout video, Stress Management Strategies: Ways to Unwind video, Self-Care Plan Worksheet, and Compassion Fatigue and Burnout Signs Checklist

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

  • Welcome and introduction to the topic.
  • Importance of self-care for caregivers.
  • Brief overview of what will be covered.

Step 2

Understanding Compassion Fatigue and Burnout

5 minutes

  • Definitions and differences between compassion fatigue and burnout.
  • Common signs and symptoms.
  • Impact on caregivers' mental and physical health.
  • How to Deal with Burnout video

Step 3

Self-Care Strategies

10 minutes

  • Practical self-care techniques (e.g., physical activity, social connections, technology breaks, mindfulness).
  • Importance of creating a personalized self-care plan.
  • Examples and tips for implementing self-care strategies.
  • Stress Management Strategies: Ways to Unwind video

Step 4

Seeking Help and Support

5 minutes

  • Importance of recognizing when to seek help.
  • Resources and support systems available for caregivers.
  • Encouragement to reach out for help when needed.

Step 5

Conclusion and Q&A

5 minutes

  • Recap of key points.
  • Encourage participants to implement self-care strategies.
  • Open the floor for questions and discussion.
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Worksheet

Self-Care Plan Worksheet

A worksheet for participants to create a personalized self-care plan, incorporating techniques from the video and their own ideas.

Physical Activity: List activities you will engage in to promote physical well-being (e.g., stretching, yoga, walking).








Social Connections: Plan how you will maintain connections with friends and family (e.g., weekly calls, visits).








Technology Breaks: Schedule times to take breaks from technology.








Pet Interaction: If applicable, include time for pet care and interaction.








Outdoor Time: Commit to spending a certain amount of time outdoors each week.








Additional Self-Care Activities: Add any other self-care activities that you find beneficial.








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Compassion Fatigue and Burnout Signs Checklist

A checklist of signs to help participants recognize compassion fatigue and burnout in themselves and others.

Compassion Fatigue and Burnout Signs Checklist

  • Feeling overwhelmed by caregiving responsibilities.
  • Experiencing irritability or anger.
  • Having difficulty sleeping or changes in appetite.
  • Withdrawing from social activities or hobbies.
  • Feeling a sense of hopelessness or helplessness.
  • Physical symptoms such as headaches or stomachaches.
  • Decreased satisfaction or pleasure in life.
  • Neglecting one's own physical and emotional needs.
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