As a carer it is easy when you are busy coping day-to-day and responding to others to forget about your own health and mental wellbeing. Although caring can be very rewarding it is also extremely taxing, calling on all your reserves of emotional and physical energy. To continue caring well it is crucial you also look after yourself so please
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Eat well and take exercise
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Make sure you get a good nights sleep
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Look after your own health
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Take care of your back
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Acknowledge your feelings and emotional needs
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Recognise signs of stress and ways to reduce these
At NHS choices and Surgery Door you will find detailed advice to carers on keeping fit and staying healthy.