Society of Care Blog

Homework can sometimes feel overwhelming for children and stressful for caregivers. A calm and supportive environment helps children focus better, feel less anxious, and approach schoolwork with confidence.

One of the greatest gifts caregivers can give children is the ability to be independent. Encouraging independence does not mean stepping away completely.

Stress is not only something adults experience. Children also feel stress as they navigate school, friendships, activities, and changes at home.

As summer winds down, many families are busy preparing for the school year ahead. While schedules may be shifting, there’s still plenty of warm weather left to enjoy. Late summer can be a perfect time to explore sensory-friendly activities that keep children engaged, regulated, and connected. For caregivers, these activities are simple ways to encourage play, learning, and calm. Whether outdoors or indoors.

The beginning of a new school year brings fresh opportunities and challenges for children and for the caregivers who support them. For those caring for children with special needs, medical conditions, or unique learning styles, this is the perfect time to set the tone for positive collaboration with teachers and school staff.

August is often described as a bridge month. The intensity of summer may be winding down, but the demands of fall are just around the corner. For caregivers, it’s a season of transition and an ideal time to pause and assess your own needs before the full weight of school schedules, appointments, and changing routines begins.

As kids return to school and fall schedules start to take shape, many families experience a bumpy adjustment period in the afternoons. Long school days can be overstimulating and draining, especially for children with disabilities, sensory sensitivities, or emotional regulation challenges. That’s where a calming after-school routine can make all the difference.

Summer break can be a time of rest, fun, and freedom for young people, but it can also be an opportunity to connect across generations and help support caregiving in meaningful ways.

Summer might seem like a season of sunshine and relaxation, but for caregivers, it can often feel like anything but. Between shifting routines, school breaks, rising temperatures, and increased caregiving demands, burnout can sneak in faster than you think.