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Working in the homeless services field can be extremely demanding. In order to be able to provide the best services possible to those in need, it is important to take care of yourself. Explore the resources below to learn more about compassion fatigue, vicarious trauma, and best practices for self care.

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Selected Self-Care for Providers Resources

Rating	Title
+ 2	An Antidote for Burnout: Tips for Supporting Workers
	Back to Basics: Easy Tips to Boost Your Health
	HandsOn
+ 3	HRC Webcast Resources: What About You? Tools to Promote Self-Care
	Meals On The Fly
+ 1	Mommy, Why Don’t These Kids Have Homes?
+ 1	Pinch a Penny or Two
	Preventing Burnout: Signs, Symptoms, Causes, and Coping Strategies
+ 3	Q&A: Ken Kraybill on Self-Care
+ 2	Responding to Stressful Events: Self-Care for Caregivers (International)
+ 1	Self-Care Assessment Tool
+ 1	Stress Relief: Learn How To Say No
	Striking the Balance
+ 1	Taking Care of Our Furry Friends
+ 1	Taking Care: Coping with Grief and Loss
+ 6	The ABC's of Self Care
+ 4	What about You? A Workbook for Those who Work with Others
+ 1	When the Engine Gets Too Hot: Burnout, Compassion Fatigue, and Vicarious Trauma