In our hyper-connected world family caregivers rarely get away from it all. Fortunately, Canada still has vast stretches of wilderness that can allow caregivers to truly take a break. This award-winning series follows 19 family caregivers as they explore both their caregiving experiences and the beautiful wilderness of Western Canada.
A unique outdoor adventure is specifically designed for each caregiver by health researcher and adventure guide, Dr. Mike Lang, using his knowledge of therapeutic recreation, deep understanding of family caregiving, and extensive experience facilitating adventure trips over the past 15 years.
Other experts also join in the adventure, offering tips and tailored caregiving advice in conversations during the day or around the campfire at night. Through the refreshing beauty of nature, meaningful conversations, and adventurous moments each caregiver feels rejuvenated and returns home with a deeper understanding of their own caregiving experiences. Fortunately, through the camera lens, caregivers across the country will also get to learn from these meaningful moments in the wilderness. This is Caregivers in the Wild.
Episode Description – The Nature of Mindfulness
Since the age of nine, Sam has been caring for his father who was diagnosed with a rare form of schizophrenia. Together with psychologist and mindfulness teacher & researcher, Dr. Linda Carlson, Sam goes backpacking near the Arctic circle and learns how practicing mindfulness can help strengthen the resilience of young caregivers.
https://storiesforcaregivers.com/caregivers-in-the-wild-the-nature-of-mindfulness-19-19/
Produced by Roadwest Pictures & Mike Lang
All episodes are posted on storiesforcaregivers.com