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November is National Caregiver Month: A time to celebrate and appreciate the many caregivers across the world. Caregivers are truly remarkable in their compassionate and heartfelt effort in caring for those they love. The following caregiver facts highlight the immense impact caregivers make each and every day.
• In 2015, there were approximately 43.5 million caregivers providing unpaid care to an adult or child.
• On average, caregivers spend: 13 days each month on tasks such as shopping, food preparation, housekeeping, transportation, laundry, and giving medication;
• 6 days per month on feeding, dressing, grooming, walking, bathing, and assistance toileting
• 13 hours per month researching care services or information on disease, coordinating physician visits or managing financial matters.
Of those family caregivers who provide complex chronic care:
• 46% perform medical and nursing tasks;
• More than 96% provide help with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as personal hygiene, dressing and undressing, getting in and out of bed, or instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) such as taking
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prescribed medications, shopping for groceries, transportation, or using technology, or both. [AARP and United Health Hospital Fund. (2012). Home Alone: Family Caregivers Providing Complex Chronic Care.]
In 2011 the Congressional Budget Office estimated the cost of unpaid care provided by family caregivers to older adults was worth about $234 billion (CBO, 2013).
With such amazing facts and statistics it is clear not only should we celebrate caregivers but cherish them as well.
NATIONAL CAREGIVER MONTH
no beauty shines brighter
than a good heart….
POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS
ISSUE ONE • NOVEMBER 2017
The Transitions Program in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Project is offering a free six week course which provides techniques for managing personal stress, recognizing barriers in communication, developing new ways to express feelings and needs as a caregiver, creating a plan for self-care and relationship building skills.
Engage in the opportunity to meet other caregivers, decrease stress and improve emotional health and well-being.
Join us January 16th, 23rd, 30th and February 6th, 13th, 20th
6:00 pm - 8:00 pmTemple Isreal, 2215 Mahan Dr
Tallahassee, FLLight refreshments provided.
Participants are welcome to bring individual meals. Respite care is available on location by trained
volunteers courtesy of
Pre-Registration Required by January 8th
To register or for more information contact:
Bobbie Massey at (850) [email protected] or
Darren MacFarlane at (850) [email protected]
WINGSTOCARRYYOU.ORGLet us be the
1. Ask Before Visiting Hospitals have different rules regarding visitors and depending how someone is feeling will impact if he/she would like a visit.
2. Take initiative to help For example, go ahead and mow the grass, pick up the mail, bring food to the house, run errands.. Taking action is much more helpful than saying, “If you need something let me know.” Individuals may be hesitant to ask for help or are unable to identify what would be helpful.
3. Give a Goody Bag or Small Gifts Providing a bag with activities to help with passing the time this can include magazines, word puzzles, deck of cards, adult coloring book the possibilities are endless! Give a small token of thoughtfulness such as a favorite candy bar, a heartfelt card, a flower picked from the garden or a book filled with inspirational quotes.
4. A Reminder of Home Bringing a token from home can help make the hospital stay more comfortable: examples can include a favorite blanket, robe, photograph, or picture. My mother swears she never travels without her favorite pillow to keep the comforts of home with her. Items from home can assist in turning a medical unfamiliar setting into a more peaceful, calm and familiar environment.
5. Nourish Them Many nights in the hospital can include nights spent eating fast food, quick meals and unhealthy snacks. A home cooked meal provides needed nourishment for the body and soul. Another good idea is to hand deliver a snack basket filled with healthy snacks, water, tea or coffee.
6. Provide Encouragement Make small inspirational cards or a sign. Send an email or text with a funny joke or picture. Quote comforting spiritual verses and never underestimate the healing power of a hug, a sweet kiss on the cheek or sitting quietly holding hands.
THERE ARE 6 HELPFUL TIPS TO PROVIDE SUPPORT TO THOSE
WHO ARE HOSPITALIZEDAS IDENTIFIED BY MICHELLE VAN ENGEN FROM CARINGBRIDGE.ORG
CaringBridge transforms your personal connections into support when you need it most.
CaringBridge, is a nonprofit that supports the love and connection of more than 500,000 people every day.
CaringBridge provides personal websites where people can share updates during any type of health event. A CaringBridge website allows you to share news quickly and easily, while ensuring that your privacy is always protected.
Through a CaringBridge website, everyone can leave messages of support and encouragement. A Planner is provided that helps loved ones coordinate care and organize daily tasks, such as bringing a meal, taking care of pets or driving to appointments.
CaringBridge believes that in times of need, the greatest source of hope and healing is the love of family and friends.
At CaringBridge, personal data is protected and never sold, and there is no outside advertising. Therefore we rely on the compassion and generosity of our donors and volunteers to make CaringBridge possible, and to keep millions of people connected every year.
To learn more or create a CaringBridge website, visit www.CaringBridge.org today
The information provided for the Caring Connection is in not considered an endorsement by the Transitions Program nor is it encompassing of all providers with a similar service.
To Contact Transitions
Bobbie [email protected] • (850) 671-6036
Darren [email protected] • (850) 671-3037
1669 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL 32308 • (850) 878-5310
