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A Love Letter to Family Caregivers

You are the best thing that could have happened your loved one, and we celebrate your unwavering commitment.

A Former Caregiver Looks Back with Wonder and Gratitude

OldLamplighter, who lost his mother in January 2020, shares what life after loss is like through the pandemic.

Find a Reason to Enjoy the Season

Positivity may be hard to come by in a year defined by loss, but it’s an enriching practice.

Caregiving Essentials: Take Care of Yourself

Reflecting on caring for his late mother at home, OldLamplighter reminds us that “the best way to take care of your loved one is to also take care of yourself, whatever it takes.”

My Caregiver Mantra

Self-care coach Nicole Dauz shares the mantras that calms her down during challenging caregiver moments.

What No One Really Tells You About Caregiving

For many family caregivers, the future is just too uncertain. Questions with no specific answers and abundant worries race through our heads.

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Meet Caregiving.com Contributor, Musician John Van Beek

Learn how John went from working in the maintenance department at a retirement community to performing music for the Greatest Generation.

Remembering Author and Speaker Tandy Elisala

It’s been over a year since we lost our dear friend Tandy Elisala to cancer. Her children join us share memories of their mom and the meaning of the Tandy Spirit Award.

Meet Caregiving.com Contributor Nicole Dauz

We spoke to self-care expert Nicole Dauz about caring for her daughter who has autism and a rare genetic disease. Nicole shares some tips for managing caregiver stress.

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