Caregiving and Compassion Fatigue

I’ve recently come across two new books for caregivers: Hope for Caregivers and Courage for Caregivers. If you're in the middle of caregiving, I'd recommend picking up Hope for Caregivers. It's filled with bite-size readings that will encourage you and help you feel seen. If you are a friend or family member of someone who is caregiving or if you foresee caregiving will be in your future, I'd definitely recommend reading Courage for Caregivers. Both books are hopeful, honest, and offer wisdom from Henri Nouwen, a caregiver himself for many years.

These resources offer guidance, inspiration and life-giving insight for caregivers. They affirm the sacred work of caregivers to help and heal and will support and encourage caregivers in any setting. Caregiving and compassion fatigue -whether it's short-term or long-term care, it can feel like a lonely journey, but you are not alone.

I recommend these books to spiritual directors, pastoral care providers, and any other people-helpers. Use them for personal reflection or in a group setting.