Patti LaFleur is a current lover, former Kindergarten teacher and former caregiver to her best friend…her Mom. She is someone that puts 100% into every role that she does and when it came to caring for her Mom, that showed. Read her story here.
Resources & Blog
Explore our wide range of content tailored for family caregivers in the library below.
Why Caregivers Need Preventive Care and 6 Tips to Find It
In this article, we define preventive care, explain why it matters for caregivers, and offer tips for accessing it.
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5 Tips for Safe Senior Medication Management at Home
It can be tricky to manage the many prescription medications your loved one is expected to take. Click here for 5 safe medication management tips.
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Assembling a Care Team – Who should be included? And Tips to Build Your Team
Click here to learn about assembling a care team: the importance, who to include, and tips for building yours.
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Caregiving Relationships: How to Care for a Child with a Long-Term Illness or Disability
In this article, we’re going to discuss how to prepare for medical appointments, how to help your child cope, and how to manage your own stress.
Guilt and Grief as a Caregiver: Common Causes and 7 Tips for Prevention
Caregiving is an emotional roller coaster. In this article, we’ll focus on two of the most debilitating emotions you may experience: guilt and grief.
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Marnie is a caregiver to her mom, Susan Tose Spencer, who was the first female GM of an NFL team. We had the opportunity to interview Marnie and learn how she is “showing up” every day for her mom as they “tackle” her mother’s dementia.
4 Benefits of Aging in Place: Is There a Benefit to Keeping Your Loved One at Home?
Click here to learn the benefits of letting your loved one age in place and how to determine when that is the right option.
Caregiver Stress: What it is and How to Manage Stress as a Caregiver
In this article, we will discuss the common causes of stress as a caregiver, the symptoms of prolonged stress, and how to manage stress as a caregiver.
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From Child to Caregiver: How to Manage Your Changing Relationship with an Elderly Parent
Caring for an elderly parent can be challenging, but it can also be incredibly rewarding. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of the experience.
