With the number of unpaid family caregivers growing, supports and resources need to keep up so we can keep caregivers as healthy as possible. While we wait for legislated supports we need to rely on independent agencies and businesses, along with support groups and podcasts specifically for caregivers.
What does it take to feel brave in life or in the role of a caregiver? We explore a few external supports that can have a positive impact - providing us with courage when it is lacking.
How much can we carry before we need to ask for help? How does this apply to caregiving?
Keys for security and keys for caregiving. Keys to keep us safe and keys to unlock caregiver resources.
When is it time to start letting go of things and why is it so hard? Decluttering is a process.
Recognizing and Appreciating Caregivers throughout the year. What caregivers do for others and the importance of taking note of what they do for when we may step into a caregiving role.
April is Parkinson's Awareness Month - a time to learn more about the disease and support those living with it.
An exploration into preparing for caregiving or retirement; and how being proactive can help in both situations.
Loneliness has significant health risks and for caregiver's those risks may be compounded with grief and loss.
Despite his wife's diagnosis of Alzheimer's changing what was a robust social life, Dennis discovered ways to give life meaning and enjoyment after the diagnosis.