Yoga for Caregivers

Caregivers, whether employed as a caregiver or simply working as one by taking care of a loved one, are subject to serious injury and burn-out. Caregivers often place the needs of their patient or loved one before their own, somtimes contorting their bodies, lifting and transferring dead weight or bending and stretching in odd ways and positions. Additionally, caregivers are often at the beckon call of patients and loved ones who are in serious pain, are afraid, tired, hungry and miserable. This can create a stress and sometimes can lead to injury and even depression or an inability to connect with your own life.

Did you know health care workers account for more work related injuries than CONSTRUCTION WORKERS? Did you know you are at ten times greater risk of heart attack, stroke or serious illness or injury if you are the full time caregiver for a loved one? Amazing, isn't it?

The Wasatch CNA Center knows all about the kinds of duties caregivers perform everyday and wanted to provide students and caregivers with a product that would assist them in strengthing their bodies, relaxing their minds and making it possible for them to provide care for their patients and loved ones without stress or injury.

So, in cooperation with GreenTREE Yoga, a 501 c-3 non-profit organization, the Wasatch CNA Center has produced an incredible DVD/CD callled
Yoga for Caregivers
to help caregivers alleviate stress and learn to protect themselves from injury.

GreenTREE Yoga’s MISSION is to bring the healing and strengthening benefits of yoga to people of all ages and abilities in a variety of settings, including schools (K-12), seniors, caregivers, community programs, addiction recovery programs, and shelters.

This hour long presentation is for caregivers (or anyone really) of any age, any weight, height, condition or yoga ability. In fact, you do not have to know a single thing about Yoga to make use of this DVD/CD. All you have to do is pop it in your DVD player, computer, or stereo and follow the simple directions. As you move through the program, you will notice in a very short time, a significant differenec in your body and your mind.

Yoga:
Improves balance and coordination
Increases physical strength
Improves focus & concentration
Decreases anxiety & depression
Strengthens immune function
Provides social connection
Improves the mind/body connection.

Cost: $24.99 General Public
Cost: $15.00 for students.

Contact the Wasatch CNA Center at 801.759-5164 to purchase your copy.