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Work 'n' Care Issue #25, December 13, 2005 PDF Print E-mail
Monday, 12 December 2005 11:22
Christmas is a time to….breathe
Christmas day is like no other day in the year and brings with it so many hopes and so many expectations. You would think after so much practice – we’ve celebrated it for generations – that we’d all have our roles down pat. But even with the firmest of resolutions and the best of intentions, Christmas can be a difficult time to navigate.
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Tips on how to survive your work Christmas party
The holidays are fast approaching and with it your invitation to the work Christmas party. As a working carer, you are probably feeling more highly stressed than your fellow non-carer workmates so do take this into account if you feel the need to let your hair down. All that good work you have put in during the year can be undone in just a moment so don’t do something you might be sorry for later.
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Last minute shopping
With less than two weeks to go before Christmas, you may still need to buy gifts or purchase other items. If you find that you are too busy to get to the shops, live in a rural area or you cannot face the prospect of battling your way through the crowds in your lunch hour, then you may wish to consider purchasing what you need for the holiday season via the Internet. 
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Managing the relatives when they come to visit
At the best of times, caring can bring an intensity of stress quite unlike most other undertakings. Consequently, your hopes of having a fabulous, joyous time at Christmas surrounded by your family members may be dashed if you haven’t made careful plans to ensure a less demanding and easier time of it. If you keep your level of expectations realistic, this period will go more smoothly for you, the person you care for and your family. So, how can carers cope with all this added stress?
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Support services available during holiday period
In case you, a family member or friend are confronted with a crisis situation or need general support or counselling over the Christmas New Year break, the following is a list of services in New South Wales which will be available to you.  All services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless noted otherwise.
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