Each day in February, we'll share a way that family members and friends can help the family caregiver in their lives. (A family caregiver is an individual who cares for a family member or friend, just like you.) Through our campaign, we hope to create awareness of what family caregivers do and how others can help.

Today's tip comes from Cathy (@cathyj), who cares for her mom: Help by fixing a meal.

Why this tip is important: Mom lives with us full time. Because of multiple health issues, she eats six small meals a day with restrictions. Some days, it is just a challenge to think of what to cook, make sure I have every thing to make the meal, get it cooked and get it on the table in time. You come by to visit and it is usually around a meal time. Sometime, call ahead and say "Don't worry about dinner. I am bringing it." You don't need to stay and eat, it doesn't have to be elaborate, it just needs to be a meal. Would be a huge relief and help. P.S. Please ask if there are any restrictions so the meal can be eaten by mom and I don't have to fight the battle of "No, you can't have that."

(Have an idea you'd like us to include? Email your idea to Denise and include an explanation of why your tip is so important.