Aug 18, 2021 | Caregiving, Respite Care
Reading Time: 2 minutesNow that September is right around the corner (believe it or not!), it’s time to start making your list of those people you know you can count on to pitch in and support your respite program this fall. Let them in on your plan and see what they...
Jul 26, 2021 | Caregiving, Respite Care, Self Care, Stress Management
Reading Time: 4 minutesIt is not news to most caregivers that they are at risk of isolation. You may not have the energy other than your caregiving responsibilities; you think other people don’t understand, or that you don’t want to burden other people...
May 10, 2021 | Caregiver Stories, Caregiving, Depression, Family Issues, Respite Care
Reading Time: 2 minutesMy mom moved in with my family of five and myself seven years ago. I have two siblings who do not help with Mom; they are MIA! She is bipolar, negative, disabled handicapped, diabetic, thyroid issues, bigger woman, and very much needy. However,...
Oct 20, 2020 | Caregiving, Respite Care
Reading Time: 2 minutes Print This Post Often the most important ideas for dealing with the challenges of caregiving come from other caregivers. Below is a list of the top 20 ideas from family and professional caregivers, educators, and support group facilitators...
Sep 25, 2020 | Caregiving, Respite Care
Reading Time: 5 minutes Print This Post By Donna Schempp, LCSW The first stages of caregiving are the most challenging. This is when you are least informed about what’s needed and expected, and when you feel the most insecure and uncertain. In addition to...
Nov 8, 2013 | Respite Care
Reading Time: 3 minutes Print This Post by Sue Wallace, CSA Caregiving can start abruptly with the onset of a serious health condition or it might start with the occurrence of an unexpected heart attack or stroke. The need for care can also begin when a person...
