Caregivers Rediscovering Their Identity A friend’s wife suffered through a rough couple of years with cancer, and he served as her sole caregiver. Meeting up with him one day, I asked, “How are you doing?” He quickly replied, “Well, we’re doing okay. She just got home...
This simple statement can better equip caregivers to detach from onlookers who point out an obvious problem. Caregivers are often put on the spot to somehow fix whatever happens to be the crisis of the day —or the hour. Some people feel free to stress the obvious,...
Struggling with her husband’s significant medical issues, a woman I know felt burnout and worn paper-thin. Furthermore, while trying to hold it all together, her car broke down. In addition to all the other burdens she carried, transportation soared to the top of the...
When’s the last time you listened to a song, and it instantly took you back in time? Hymns, concerts, favorite TV theme songs can all instantly engage our hearts and transport us. Describe a memory triggered by a favorite song by the original artist. Imagine a...
Isolation remains one of the biggest challenges for a caregiver. The impairment or disease itself creates exhausting logistical hurdles, and the ever-present emotional issues often saps the remaining energy required to engage socially. As familiar with the harshness...
Constant Companion provides the feeling and reality of security at home. With a simple voice command, they’ll quickly be connected to our Response Center for assistance.
No other medical alert system can give your loved one this level of freedom.
