There is a unique and uniquely helpful support group offered by New York alz.org. I have been participating in this wonderful writers group this past couple of months. Each session, we are guided by helpful prompts to explore our experiences in the caregiving journey. We then take some 15 to 20 minutes to write itContinue reading “Support”
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Support
There is a lot of support for the family member in charge of care. As caregivers, we are the better for taking it. Help is offered in the form of group sessions (now conveniently on Zoom); phone support from trained social workers; and hotline responses for urgent matters. There are myriad associations offering this invaluableContinue reading “Support”
Inspiration
There is plenty of help along the road as we journey with Burt’s dementia. Teepa Snow, whom I have dubbed “the dementia whisperer,” offers priceless online advice and interactive sessions for caregivers. YouTube is an outlet for her superb videos. You can find Careblazers there as well, with Natali Edmonds providing lots of guidance forContinue reading “Inspiration”
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