SURVEY RESULTS: The holidays through Carenity members' eyes 🎄

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Hello everyone, how have you been feeling lately? 🎀

The holiday season is often described as a time of joy and togetherness. But for many people living with chronic illness, it can also be a time of fatigue, stress, loneliness, or feeling misunderstood.

Last month, we asked members of the Carenity community how they experience the holidays when living with a chronic condition. Some shared that this period brings mixed emotions rather than clear joy. Others talked about increased fatigue, health-related stress, or feeling isolated even when surrounded by loved ones. Many described adapting the holidays to their needs by resting more, simplifying plans, or setting boundaries.

We’ve gathered these insights into an infographic to make members’ experiences more visible and to remind everyone that there is no “right” way to live the holidays when health is fragile.

You can explore the infographic and survey highlights here 👇

🔗 SURVEY RESULTS: The holidays through the eyes of patients

I’d really like to open the discussion:

When you look back on past holiday seasons, what stands out most in how you experienced them while living with chronic illness?
Over time, have your needs or expectations during the holidays changed? If so, how?
Is there something you’ve learnt about yourself during this period that you wish others understood better?

If you feel up to it, your experience could really help others feel understood.

Take care and best wishes for the holidays,

Somya from the Carenity team 🧑‍🎄

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SURVEY RESULTS: The holidays through Carenity members' eyes 🎄 https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/other-discussions/good-to-know/survey-results-the-holidays-through-carenity-members-eyes-5928 2025-12-22 10:31:06

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