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Start Online, Then Hit The Sunshine

While you find yourself housebound, start thinking of life outside of caregiving by going online and exploring the opportunities to socialize and learn online:

At Caregiving.com, we have eleven online support groups. It’s a great way to connect with others who understand; you’ll build your network of support and your confidence. We also have teleclasses, a wonderful way to interact with others without leaving your home.

Yahoo! has an online discussion group for any talent, interest or idea you will want to discuss. Visit Yahoo.com and click on “Groups”.

Barnes & Noble University: http://university.barnesandnoble.com. Many classes are free; all are taught by authors and experts.

Fathom.com: From Columbia University, Fathom.com is an online learning archive, including lectures, articles, interviews, exhibits and free seminars. You can find additional online resources from Columbia University at www.columbia.edu.

Gov Online Learning Center: http://www.golearn.gov/: Federal government's e-learning initiative, free and for-fee classes for professional and personal development.

Hewlett Packard Learning Center: http://www.hplearningcenter.com: Free online classes: Learn how to use software, how to build a web site.

Online Learning.com: Take (and teach!) and online class; web site offers courses accredited by U.S. and Canadian schools.

Meet other book lovers who love to discuss books: Readerville.com.

Top Online Colleges: http://www.top-online-colleges.com/: Get your degree online.

Worldwide Learning: Directory of Online Education.

WritingClasses.com: Hone your writing skills.

The Internet opens a world to you; it’s great to explore which corner of the world works for you without even leaving your house.

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