When caring for the elderly, we quickly learn that grief is not limited to those who have died. We can also grieve someone we have around us or are ‘losing’ that is still alive. We can, in fact, also grieve the life we used to have, friendships we miss, relationships that are changing, moments in time.

If you are a caregiver, you're probably feeling a lot of empathy for the person in your care. But what about self-empathy? Learn more about how this can help you handle the unique challenges you face.