“Lying in bed in a hospital gown is what nightmares are made of. It is an experience I definitely don’t like to remember,” says Veronica, who underwent weeks of hospital bed rest during her pregnancy. It is a sentiment echoed by many people worldwide no matter their reason for care. And surprisingly, it’s not necessarily the physical discomfort, potential pain, or the inherent fear of disease or death that haunts a hospitalized patient.
No matter where you live, the health and future of our planet is likely on your mind. If you’re caregiving for someone who needs a little extra support as they’re in the process of healing, it can be a balancing act to figure out how to keep them comfortable while also being mindful of the planet. And since this balancing act is very close to the heart of Arkeras, we’ve compiled some of our favorite resources in order to share them with you.
There are occasions when a book is our best companion. It can provide the opportunity to get lost in another person’s story or to fine-tune our own; to make time pass more quickly or to rest our overactive mind for a moment.
