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Essential Oils at the Work Place

Using Essential Oils for Focus at Work

Certain essential oils are known for their fresh, alerting aromas that may help support concentration and mental clarity.

Top Oils for Focus & Mental Clarity

  • Peppermint – Crisp and energizing; often used to boost alertness

  • Rosemary – Associated with memory and concentration

  • Lemon – Bright and uplifting; helpful during mental fatigue

  • Eucalyptus – Clears the senses and supports alert breathing

  • Bergamot – Balances focus with emotional calm

How to Use at Work

  • Personal inhaler: Discreet and ideal for shared environments

  • Desk diffuser: Use lightly; always be mindful of others

  • Cotton ball method: Add 1–2 drops to a cotton ball in a small container

  • Aromatherapy jewelry: Necklaces or bracelets designed for essential oils

✅ Tip: Start light—essential oils should support focus, not overpower your space.

Reducing Stress During the Workday

Care managers carry emotional weight alongside high responsibility. Oils that promote calm can help reset your nervous system between transitions.

Oils Commonly Used for Stress Relief

  • Lavender – Calming and grounding

  • Frankincense – Encourages steady breathing and reflection

  • Clary Sage – Supports emotional balance

  • Ylang Ylang – May help ease tension and slow racing thoughts

  • Chamomile – Gentle and grounding

Easy Stress-Reset Practices

  • Inhale deeply for 3 slow breaths after applying oil

  • Use oils during documentation time or between patient transitions

  • Pair aroma with a grounding habit (stretching, hydration, walking)

Essential Oils to Support Sleep & Better Rest

Quality sleep is foundational—especially for professionals managing high cognitive and emotional load.

Popular Oils for Sleep Support

  • Lavender – The most widely used for relaxation and sleep

  • Cedarwood – Grounding and comforting

  • Vetiver – Deep, earthy, slow-down aroma

  • Sandalwood – Supports relaxation and nighttime routines

  • Roman Chamomile – Gentle and soothing before sleep

How to Use for Sleep

  • Diffuse 30–60 minutes before bedtime

  • Add 1–2 drops (diluted) to the soles of feet or shoulders

  • Place a drop on a tissue near (not on) your pillow

  • Pair with a consistent nighttime routine (reading, stretching)

⚠️ Always dilute oils when applying to skin and avoid use if you have sensitivities.

Safety & Professional Use Guidelines

  • Never ingest essential oils unless directed by a medical professional

  • Avoid diffusing in shared spaces where others may be sensitive

  • Use extra caution around patients, pregnancy, asthma, or allergies

  • Essential oils are supportive tools—not substitutes for medical care

Where to Purchase Quality Essential Oils

When buying essential oils, look for companies that provide sourcing transparency and purity testing.

Reputable Companies to Explore:

  • Plant Therapy – Clear labeling, third-party testing
    👉 planttherapy.com

  • Rocky Mountain Oils – Wide selection and purity focus
    👉 rockymountainoils.com

  • Aura Cacia – Long-standing brand with accessible pricing
    👉 auracacia.com

  • NOW Essential Oils – Widely available and budget-conscious
    👉 nowfoods.com

  • Mountain Rose Herbs – Organic and sustainability-focused
    👉 mountainroseherbs.com

✅ Look for: botanical name, country of origin, and testing information.

A Final Word

Essential oils won’t reduce workload—but they can support mental clarity, emotional regulation, and rest when used mindfully. For care professionals, small sensory rituals can create meaningful pauses in the day and help mark the transition from work mode to rest.

At CayCare, we believe self-care doesn’t need to be elaborate—it just needs to be intentional.

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Coat Drive

We are hosting a COAT DRIVE from December 1st to the 19th

Bring new or gently used coats for all ages to 1 of the 3 locations before December 19th. Let’s make a difference.

3 Drop Off Locations

  1. CayCare Office – 2723 East Main Ave, Puyallup, WA, 98372 9-1pm Monday to Friday
  2. GenCare @ Point Ruston – 4970 Main St, Tacoma, WA 98407
  3. Brookdale Courtyard Puyallup – 4610 6th St Pl SE, Puyallup, WA, 98374
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Hummingbird Quest to Self Care

You are about to engage on a self-care journey. We will enjoy the Pacific Northwest and all of its wonder. You will be entering into this quest along the way to discover and prepare for the best self-care journey you can have.

Many people think of self-care as a spa day or a massage. And these can definitely be self-care. However, there is so much more to self-care then just an hour here or there to get away from it all. There are minutes you can take in your day to recharge. The most common cause of compassion fatigue, of which you are at a high risk, is lack of self-care. Engage with us for a few minutes and find out what you can do to make what you do so much better for others by taking a few moments just for you.

PS – Watch for our social media posts to help you engage even more!