Caregivers play an important role in our society. They are the silent angels who provide support to those in need — both physical and emotional support. Caring for another person is more than just a job — a lot of love, care, attention and dedication is required.

Have you ever paused to pay attention to what it takes to be a caregiver? Only a few among us acknowledge their importance.

November 26th is International Caregivers Day. At YAMA, we value the time and effort that the caregivers give, and admire their unconditional love and service to those in need. In line with thanksgiving, we wold like to offer our thanks and encourage you to show your appreciation to the people who look after you.

照顧者在我們的社會中擔當著極之重要的角色。他們是默默的天使，為那些需要幫助的人提供支援，包括身體和精神上的支持。照顧他人不僅僅是一份工作，還需要大量的關愛，關注和奉獻。

您有否曾停下來想一想要成為一名照顧者需要具備哪些條件？我們當中只有少數人承認他們的重要性。

11月26日是國際照顧者日。在YAMA，我們都重視照顧者付出的時間和努力，並欽佩他們對有需要的人無條件的愛和服務。在感恩節的同時，我們在此誠心向他們道謝，並鼓勵您向照顧您的人表示感謝。

Here are some ideas on how you can show your appreciation 以下是一些如何表達答謝的一些小貼身士：

1. Treat them out for a nice lunch or dinner - 請他們出去吃頓美味的午餐或晚餐

It doesn’t need to be expensive or extravagant, but taking your helper, carer or nurse out for a meal, where you can both enjoy, get to know each other better and connect makes all the difference. Make sure you select a restaurant or cuisine of their choice and be aware of their dietary requirements.
沒必要昂貴或奢侈的選擇。請您的家務助理、照顧者或護士出去吃頓飯，你們都可以一起享受、更深入地了解對方並建立聯繫。請確保您選擇了他們喜歡的餐廳或食品，並了解他們的飲食要求。

2. purchase a SELF-CARE voucher - 送贈護理禮券

A wonderful gesture to show that you care about their own wellbeing, is to offer them a gift card for a spa treatment, a massage, a manicure or pedicure. This allows them to be on the receiving end of care and will know what it’s like to feel pampered and cared for.
向他們贈送 SPA 護理、按摩、美甲或修腳禮券是表達您關心他們身心健康的絕妙方法。讓他們成為被照顧的一方，體驗被寵愛和呵護的感覺。

3. Gift them a subscription of their favourite Magazine - 贈送他們最喜歡的訂閱雜誌

Acknowledging their personal interests is a small, yet meaningful gesture to show that you care and appreciate them. If not a magazine, then perhaps the entry fee for an activity they enjoy.
認出他們的個人興趣是一個小而有意義的表示，表明得到您關心和欣賞。如果不是雜誌，亦可以是他們喜歡的活動的入場券等。

4. Take them to the Movies - 一起去看電影

This is an activity that you both can enjoy together. Make sure you buy them snacks and watch a movie that they would like to see.
這是一項你們兩方都會一起享受的活動。切記要給他們買零食，和選擇他們想看的電影。

5. Give them some Extra Time Off - 給他們一些額外的休息時間

One thing that caregivers need is time to themselves, where they are off the job. A bonus day off (ideally paid time off😁) is a really nice treat for them where they can rest, recuperate, connect with friends and more.
照顧者們都需要的是他們「自己」，沒有工作掛心的時間空間。一天的額外休假（最好是有薪休假😁）對他們來說是一種極好的待遇，他們可以休息一下、恢復體力、與朋友聯繫等等。

6. Free online yoga classes offered by us, YAMA Foundation! 由我們提供的免費網上瑜伽堂，YAMA 基金會！

We have been hosting online yoga classes on Sundays for caregivers and community, a perfect way to spend an hour of “Me” time, to stretch and relax! Please share the “INFORMATION” below to any caregivers you know and spread the love!
我們在星期日有為照顧者和社群們進行網上瑜伽堂，一小時的“自我”時間、來伸展和放鬆的完美方法！請將下方“課堂資料”分享給您認識的任何照顧者，傳出這份愛心！

INFORMATION　課堂資料

International Caregivers Day | 國際照顧者日