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Hi ,
As difficult as it can be, caregiving gives many of us meaning and a sense of purpose. Are you worried about what life will be like after your time as a caregiver ends or having a hard time adjusting? Other caregivers talk about what it was like and how they re-built their identities after their lives changed. You can add your experience and advice in the comments.
If you want to talk, join Bob in our chatroom at 10pm est on Tuesdays to talk about bereavement and life after caregiving. You can access the chatroom from any page on our site - it's the orange tab on the right side. Click to open the tab and click on the "caregiver chatroom" at the top to join the conversation.
Reyna's beautiful post about her grandmother is a great read - sad and sweet.
Joy's post about her experience caring for her mother at home for her last days stirred up a powerful conversation. We'll be sharing more stories about how to figure out what's right for you and the people you care about. Please let me know if you'd like to share your story - just reply to this email.
Have a question? The forums are full of experienced caregivers who can help you find a solution - or just understand what you're talking about.
Have a great week,
PS. Need to vent? We're here to listen.
Comparing our hardships doesn't help anyone...and all caregivers experience similar emotions, regardless of their circumstances. That's why we're here for everyone.
adrienne gruberg | 24 july 2015
You've been told to flush medications to keep them out of the wrong hands, but now they're ending up in our drinking water.
cori carl | 21 july 2015
Supporting family members with a mental illness
Caregiving is stressful enough without the stigma of mental illness. Most mental illnesses are highly treatable.
leila Mccarthy | 22 July 2015
When you're in a state of flow, you're 'in the zone' and totally absorbed in the task at hand. What activities get you into a state of flow?
7 lessons I've learned as the father of someone with a mental illness
Every person is unique, every family is different, every mental break brings challenges. I’ve learned that for me, ultimately, I must have hope.
pete earley | july 2015