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Hi ,
I'm in LA for the weekend - it's quite a change from New York. I hope you're also discovering something new this weekend, even if it doesn't take you far from home. If you've learned something new lately, share it on the forums.
Real life caregiving stories
You shared 10 hilarious and sweet reasons you don't mind being the family caregiver
Laurie told us about The Dead Cabinet
Vicki shared how she's letting go of guilt
Bob shares how he came to terms with getting rid of his late wife's hospital bed
David talks about his volunteer work building low-cost wheelchair ramps
Donna told us about the perfect caregiver - what it takes to be one and how we can support them
Jenny shared what it's like to have a husband with Parkinson's - and the judgement of people who don't get it
Theresa shared a poem about hospice care
Stan gets real about feeling guilty for getting frustrated
I found 5 inspiring stories of people jumping in when someone needed support
Interested in becoming a professional caregiver? Brenda shares how she did it
David, a Christian minister, shared his advice on dealing with mourning in anticipation of loss
Donna admits to telling white lies
Allison shares advice with her younger self on how to help a friend who's harming herself
News & information for caregivers
Did you know you're one of over 60 million caregivers?
Studies show how exercise keeps your brain healthy
Need a way to relax? I found some really cool coloring books
Rachael shared her favorite young adult books on caregiving - add yours in the comments
Brenda shared 5 delicious smoothie recipes
I spoke with a Reverend from the United Church of Christ about grieving
Amber shared 9 touching films about illness - add your favorites in the comments
Rachael gave guidance on how to choose a healthcare facility
Brenda found a great infographic on anxiety disorders
Brenda shared 6 ways to eat an avocado - quick, healthy, and delicious
Want to share your story? Send it in.
Have a great week,
Tembi introduces us to her husband and how their lives changed after his diagnosis.
tembi locke | 7 may 2015
Find your Zen and unleash your creativity with these coloring books for adults. Some are designed to be inspiring and calming...while others are a little more unconventional.
Cori Carl | 5 may 2015
We all do it - tell white lies to the ones we love to reassure them that everything is okay.
donna thomson | 5 may 2015
When have you broken the rules and had it turn out just the way you'd hoped?
Please share your response on the forums.