Some self-care resources that don't cost money. I’m going to go radio silent next week. No social media, no business emails or phone calls. I have not unplugged like this in years, I’ll let you know how it goes. For the first time in six years, since Dad got sick, I’m taking real time off from my life, all of it, even caregiving. It’s taken a lot of work to set up my … [Read more...]
Resource for Caregivers: As We Celebrate Those Who Died in Active Military Service, Let Us Hold Up Their Caregiver’s Past and Present.
Here is a list of resources and articles that can help caregivers of our veterans. Financial Help: The Veterans Benefit for Long-Term Care More Caregivers for Veterans to Be Eligible for Stipends Help for Family Caregivers: The Growing Crisis of Veteran Family Caregivers Elizabeth Dole Foundation The End of-Life Care That Veterans Need Caregiving and … [Read more...]
PTSD & Trauma Caregiving: How to Cope While Helping Your Loved One Heal
Traumatic memories can resurface in a loved one, especially during or after a hospitalization. When our daughter joined our family six years ago via a special needs international adoption, we knew our lives would change dramatically. We knew things would be hard. We knew we’d join the ranks of sleep-deprived parents around the world. We knew we couldn’t do it … [Read more...]
A Dementia Caregivers’ Journey is Long. What if YOU need help from 911?
Ingrid and Pete. I’ve known Ingrid for three years. We met through the United Way of Northern NJ Caregiver Coalition. Initially I knew Ingrid as caregiver to her beloved husband, a person living with dementia. Over the years, I’ve gotten to know Ingrid – a smart, funny, compassionate woman who is a terrific poet and doesn’t suffer fools gladly. Despite caring for her … [Read more...]
Caregiving includes responsibility for moms finances. And it’s tax time.
The right resource can be a free tax preparation service. If your parents need help filing taxes or you are now responsible, here are some great tips from the United Way of Northern New Jersey. Free Tax Preparation Services The IRS has supplemental tax programs offered by non-profit organizations. These programs, Volunteer Income Tax Assessment (VITA) and Tax Counseling … [Read more...]