Category Archives: Caregiver
Happy Thanksgiving Caregivers
November 2023 is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the United States and Canada. The month-long campaign aims to raise awareness of caregiving issues, educate communities, and provide resources and support to help … Continue reading
Chat For Caregivers
Check us out! http://linktr.ee/chatforcaregivers Buds from Laurie Rowan on Vimeo. Join Our Daily Chat for Caregivers! Are you a caregiver looking for support, advice, or a safe space to connect with others who understand your journey? Look no further! We … Continue reading
Chatroom for Caregivers
Chatforcaregivers.com has been up and running since June 2022! We started that chatroom because the site where we initially met was sold, and the chat was dropped. Now, #caregivers have a chat for emotional support, resources, and friendship and share … Continue reading
Supporting Aging Parents:
Aging parents are relying more and more on family members as they age. Most family members are not prepared for the role. Here are some tips. Continue reading
Chat Support For Caregivers
Chat with other caregivers who share your experiences as a caregiver as well as providing emotional support and valuable anecdotal advice. Continue reading
A Caregiver’s Breaking Point
As a caregiver, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed and stressed occasionally. However, if you have reached your breaking point, it’s essential to take action to ensure that you are getting the support you need. Here are some steps you can … Continue reading
Long Distance Caregiver Support
Caring for a family member can be challenging and emotionally overwhelming, particularly when you are in a different state and away from your comfort zone. My journey as a long distance caregiver started four years ago. I meet other caregivers … Continue reading
Caregiving has been a difficult road
We are caregivers. I started my journey when I retired in 2018. Dad asked for help, and I was willing to do it as often as possible, traveling back and forth before retiring. Caregiving has been a difficult road. After … Continue reading
Happy Valentine’s Day
One of the hardest decisions I have had to make is staying with Mom and Dad instead of going home on Valentine’s Day. I soon realized I would do anything for them, and my husband understood. Happy Valentine’s Day. It … Continue reading
Overcome Isolation as a Caregiver
Caregiving is a demanding unpaid job for a family caregiver. It often leads to a feeling of isolation, especially if you are used to socializing. Going out to dinner with friends, happy hour after work on Friday, or simply sitting … Continue reading