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01/07/2026

It's Spa Day at SarahCare of Belden Village.
It's your mom's turn to get pampered!

12/31/2025

When you're overwhelmed, stressed, and have your hands full, you need something quick, easy, and actually doable 💙

This is your 10-Minute Caregiver Reset from Dr. Merle Griff Speaker, Author, Caregiving Expert, founder and CEO of SarahCare.

Dr. Griff created SarahCare after years of caring for her own family. In her book "Solace in the Storm," she shares the wisdom she wishes someone had given her. (Comment 'book' below and we'll send you the link to purchase).

Swipe for your reset routine →

MINUTE 1-2: BREATHE
Close your eyes. Breathe in for 4, hold for 4, out for 4. Repeat 5 times. Ground yourself.

MINUTE 3-4: MOVE
Shake your arms. Roll your shoulders. Stretch. Release the physical tension you've been carrying.

MINUTE 5-6: FUEL
Drink water. Eat something—anything. Basic survival first. You can't pour from an empty cup.

MINUTE 7-8: SPEAK TRUTH
"You have to allow yourself to say, 'This is really, really difficult.'"
- Dr. Merle Griff, Solace in the Storm

Say it out loud. You need to hear it. Acknowledge the weight.

MINUTE 9: LET GO
Pick ONE thing you can drop today. The perfect dinner. The extra errand. The guilt. Let the bar be lower.

MINUTE 10: REFRAME
"You can always look at the same set of facts in two different ways."
- Dr. Merle Griff, Solace in the Storm

Find one small thing that went right today. Even if it's just "we made it through." Focus there.

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"When you're overwhelmed, stressed, and have your hands full, you need ideas that are quick, easy, and digestible." - Dr. Merle Griff

You deserve these 10 minutes 💙

Dr. Griff built SarahCare on this foundation: caregivers need support, not just recognition. Adult day services give you hours to rest, recharge, or simply exist without being "on."

You don't have to do this alone.

📖 Excerpts from "Solace in the Storm" by Dr. Merle Griff.

Save this for the next time you're running on empty ↓

12/30/2025

"Sometimes denying that emotion or reaction is doubly exhausting because you're experiencing it while denying it at the same time. Know that you're allowed to feel what you're feeling."

Our founder and CEO Dr. Merle Griff's book is available on Amazon at https://amzn.to/4q4a4If

Emma Heming Willis wrote something every caregiver needs to read as we move into the new year.

"Dementia doesn't erase those memories. But it does create space between then and now. And that space can ache."

Emma shares her experience caring for Bruce, who has frontotemporal dementia (FTD), and how the holidays have changed for their family.

Bruce was the pancake-maker, the one who led the holiday charge. Now Emma makes the pancakes. The traditions look different, but they're still there.

Her message resonates deeply with what I write about in my book, "Solace in the Storm, Caring for Loved Ones of Every Generation:
Sometimes denying that emotion or reaction is doubly exhausting because you're experiencing it while denying it at the same time. Know that you're allowed to feel what you're feeling.

Emma calls it "both/and thinking" and I love this rephrasing!

You can grieve what the holidays used to be AND make room for new traditions. You can hold the ache of loss AND the gratitude that you're still together. BOTH can be true at the same time.

If you made it through the holidays as a , take a breath. Whether it went smoothly or was harder than you expected does not matter right now.

And if you're facing New Year's Eve and feeling the weight of another year ahead, I hope you realize,

💙 You're not failing if things looked different this year. You're adapting.
💙 You don't owe anyone an explanation for how you chose to celebrate.
💙 Grief is not a sign of ingratitude. It's a sign of love.
💙 Joy doesn't have to be loud to be real.

The holidays don't disappear when enters your life. They change. And acknowledging how hard that change is doesn't make you ungrateful; it makes you honest.

Link to read Emma's full piece in the comments. Or reply, "blog" and I'll DM you the link.

To every caregiver, as we close out this year: you're not alone in this storm. 💙
Dr. Merle Griff

12/28/2025

"Caregivers sometimes make light of all the tasks they complete each day, but lie awake every night with what they didn't get done weighing heavily on their minds."

Does this sound like you?

AARP recommends these 5 resolutions for 2025:
Practice self-care relentlessly
Protect even one hour of guilt-free time a week for rest and replenishment

Practice self-compassion
Remember, each day, the powerful impact of your loving care

Focus on gratitude
Focus on being grateful for the good people who do step up to help

Pay attention to personal growth
Caregivers typically learn that they are tougher and more resilient than they ever knew

Find joy in small things
Note what moves you or makes you laugh, even when you are buried in adult briefs & drudgery

Adult day services like SarahCare give your loved one professional care and connection while you get hours to breathe, rest, and care for yourself. 💙

Read the full AARP below.

Providing care for an aging loved one can take a toll on the caregiver, physically and emotionally. Start the year on a positive note with this list.

12/25/2025

Wishing you moments of peace, joy, and connection this Christmas.

From our SarahCare family to yours, Merry Christmas.🎄🥰

12/24/2025

🎄 Caregiver’s Holiday Checklist 🎄

As , the can bring both joy and added responsibilities.

We're sharing a simple checklist to help everyone feel cared for, including you!

Prepare for Comfort ~ Ensure your loved one’s favorite blanket, chair, or cozy items are ready for the evening. Check that they have easy access to snacks, drinks, or a holiday treat they enjoy.

Medications & Essentials ~ Double-check medication schedules and set reminders.

Prepare any necessary medical or mobility equipment to ensure smooth transitions during family activities.

Celebrate Their Way ~ Include traditions or activities they love, like watching a favorite holiday movie or listening to carols.
Simplify where needed, don't worry about the big things, it's the small things that have the biggest impact.

Plan for Quiet Moments ~ Create a quiet, festive space where they can rest if gatherings feel overwhelming. Don't forget about you! Stepping outside for a few cleansing breaths can go a long way.

Emergency Ready ~ Have contact numbers for healthcare providers or a nearby pharmacy handy. Keep a small bag packed with essentials if unexpected needs arise.

Gratitude & Connection ~ Take a moment to share a kind word or story, it’s the human connection that makes the season special.

Reflect on one thing you’re grateful for today, no matter how small.

💖 Wishing you peace, joy, and connection this !

12/24/2025

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one-fourth of Americans aged 65+ falls each year. Answer a few quick questions to assess your risk of falling and get a personalized report to share with your health care provider. ...

12/20/2025

The simplest things can make a big memory.

But let’s add to the list
The Christmas Chronicles 2
Miracle on 34th Street
National Lampoon Christmas Vacation
The Family Stone

Memories aren’t made by doing more, they’re made by being present!

That's where our holiday movies list comes in. Movies are the perfect way for all family members to get together, pop some popcorn 🍿, and make a memory.

Sometimes it's hard to find one that won't frighten the kids, bore the teens 🥱, or shock the 👴🏼 😱.

Here's a list to start what can be a yearly tradition!
1. Santa Claus is Coming to Town
2. Elf
3. The Santa Clause
4. Charlie Brown Christmas
5. It's a Wonderful Life
6. Die Hard (yes it counts!) 🎅🏼

What movies 🎥 would you add to the list?

12/19/2025

Holiday caregiving is hard 💙

You don't have to do it all to make it meaningful.
Say that again!

You don't have to do it all to make it meaningful.

Swipe for a few Holiday Tips for and remember, if you're stretched thin, SarahCare Can Help!

Your loved one gets connection and activities. You get time to breathe.

You don't have to carry it all alone.

12/18/2025

Ain't no show like a SarahCare fashion show!

12/18/2025

We love taking care of your family!

12/17/2025