Resources for Caregivers
Caregiver Books
Books About Planning
The Caregiver’s Toolbox: Checklists, Forms, Resources, Mobile Apps, and Straight Talk to Help You Provide Compassionate Care
Carolyn P. Hartley, MLA and Peter Wong, Taylor Trade Publishing, 2015
Helpful book with downloadable Forms to fill out to keep track of all records necessary for family and/or caregiving.
The Complete Eldercare Planner: Where to Start, Which Questions to Ask and how to find help
Joy Loverde, Three Rivers Press, 2009.
More information and less forms. Chapters on transportation, insurance, creating a care team, housing, quality of life, etc.
Get It Together: Organize Your Records so Your Family Won’t Have To
Melanie Cullen with Shae Irving, J.D. 2016
Help your family fined essential information. Detailed legal information about taxes, financial information, wills, real estate, etc. Downloadable forms.
Inspirational Books
A Bittersweet Season: Caring for out aging Parents-And Ourselves
Jane Gross, 2012
A personal story of how to get through the difficult time of caregiving by a New York Times writer on elder care.
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Websites for Caregivers
Caregiver.org
Great in depth website with information on caregiving and medical issues.
CaringInfo
CaringInfo, a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, provides free resources to help people make decisions about end-of-life care and services before a crisis.
AgingCare
Caregiver Resource Library, support groups and articles to help caregivers manage their responsibilites for many problems including dementia, mental health, and various physical disabilities or chronic conditions.
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Articles & Other Resources for Caregivers
Having Difficult Conversations With Family About Independence
Maintaining independence is a deeply personal and essential part of aging, yet it can sometimes lead to challenging conversations with family members who are concerned about safety and well-being. Whether it's about driving, living arrangements, or daily activities,...
Coping Strategies for Caregivers: A Comprehensive Guide to Stress Management
Hello caregivers! Stress Management is an essential skill for caregivers. Navigating your role can feel as intricate as cooking pasta al dente without a timer. But fret not, because you've got the strength, and I'm here with a toolkit for stress management. In this...
Nutrition Matters: Nourishing the Caregiver Through Challenges
Caring for a loved one is deeply rewarding, yet it brings challenges that can impact the caregiver's health. This blog post delves into the nutrition-related challenges faced by caregivers, offering practical tips to maintain their health and energy. From time...