Self-care is an attainable way, over which we have full control, to single-handedly better our own self and the experiences we have with the world around us.
Working in long-term care means facing the reality of death and grief. It's a workplace hazard that can't be avoided because providing end-of-life care is essential to the job.
Trauma-informed workplaces recognize the prevalence of trauma and take deliberate steps to create an environment that avoids re-traumatization or further trauma to an employee.