This morning, on Table Talk on Your Caregiving Journey, Kristin joined me to give us an update. As you remember, Kristin talked two weeks ago on Table Talk about being a burnt-out caregiver. You can listen to today’s show via the player, below.
Between our two conversations, Kristin took a five-day break, provided through Mary’s Hospice benefits. And, the break did its trick for Kristin. She feels...
As you know, I’m working to get the word out on our volunteer initiative; we’re recruiting former family caregivers to volunteer to help today’s family caregivers. We’ve got a press release, here, which G-J and Bette have been helping to distribute. (Wanna help, too? Send me an email and I’ll send you the details.)
In the press release, I explain how hard it can be to find help. To...
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It’s been referred to as the “silver tsunami.” It’s the tidal wave of the number of individuals who, because of a chronic illness or disability, will need help from family members.
Currently, National Alliance for Caregiving estimates that 66 million persons provide care for family members with chronic illnesses, diseases and injuries. In the future, that number is expected to grow as the...
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As we honor those who serve today, a few reminders about services which help veterans and their family caregivers:
1. National Association of Atomic Veterans is looking for the approximately 195,000 vets who were exposed to radiation from atmospheric nuclear tests between 1945 and 1962. These men and women could receive a one-time $75,000 benefit from the U.S. government under the Radiation Exposure Compensation...
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In the summer, we all think of vacation, a break, a day off. I wonder, though: How often can you take a day off? Please vote in our poll, below, and share any additional thoughts in our comments section.
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Resources
We’re taking submissions for our Caregiving Art Show and our Help book! Be sure to share your art and your story with the world.
Our 2011 Family Caregiver Survey report offers a snapshot...
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In this week’s poll, sponsored by Caregiving.com and eCareDiary.com, we ask about whether or not you get hire (hired or volunteer) so that you can take a break from caregiving.
Please vote below and share any additional thoughts in our comments section, below.
Do you get help so you can take a break?customer surveys
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Today is Liliana Day! We’re helping Liliana go back to school. You can help,...
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(Editor’s Note: Today’s guest post comes from SeniorsforLiving.com’s Michelle Seitzer. Before committing to life as a full-time freelance writer, Michelle spent 10 years in the senior living and advocacy world, serving in various roles at assisted living communities throughout Pennsylvania and Maryland, and leading the charge for Alzheimer’s as a public policy coordinator for the Pennsylvania chapters...
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We have had quite a number of guest speakers in our caregiving class. One such was an architect who specializes in universal design. One of her concepts is that our homes should have designated spaces. There are “dangerous spaces”; there should be at least one “safe space” and at least one “respite space”.
What are dangerous and safe spaces? A “dangerous space” is any area or room which the caree...
Today on Your Caregiving Journey, Bette joined us to talk about her caregiving days. (You can listen to Bette’s previous appearances here and here. You can listen to today’s show via the player at the bottom of the post.)
During our previous shows, Bette spoke about the guilt she feels when she leaves her mother. Today, she spoke about how she leaves—and leaves without guilt. Overcoming her guilt...
This morning’s episode of Your Caregiving Journey reminded me of Donna Baldwin, one of our 1999 Caregiver of the Year award winners. In her story, Donna spoke about her new-found green thumb, grown after she began caring for her mom. I wrote:
Donna Baldwin readily admits to this: Fourteen years ago, she couldn’t keep a plant in her home alive. So, she filled her home with plastic plants.
Now, only one...
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Denise on May 24th, 2010 in
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“Respite in the Faith Community,” a free webinar sponsored by ARCH National Respite Network
and Resource Center, will take place Thursday, June 3, from 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM EDT. You can register here: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/164553040
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The shortage of respite providers continues to be a significant barrier to respite access in many ommunities. At the same time, government...
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(Editor’s Note: Today, we welcome our newest blogger, Donna W., who cares for her mom.)
To escape, to have respite, take a vacation, however you would define the luxury of getting away, it has a much different definition and result for a caregiver.
I have been able to get away at least once a year since I started caring for mom. That isn’t very much, but it has become what is normal for me. For my...
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Denise on Nov 27th, 2009 in
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Some days, it feels great to get out of the house. It’s wonderful to hop in the car, drive away, and leave it all behind. And, then there are some days when staying at home to take a break is just what the doctor ordered. You don’t have to shower, change out of pajamas, or even brush your teeth. You can enjoy a break at home, even with your care recipient at home.
Products made specifically to occupy...
