The Support I Wish I Had When Caring for My Mom with Dementia is Finally Available and Here’s How to Get it
Looking back on my 12 year dementia caregiving journey, I often wonder how it could have been different had I had support. The memories of being awake at 2 a.m. with no idea of what to do next, still shake me to my core. Sure, there are hotlines to call for support,...
Daughterhood – Embracing the Future Together
I got a letter from the IRS! Not a bad letter, a good one! After almost a year of preparing and applying, Daughterhood received its 501 c 3, tax-exempt status. This marks an exciting and important turning point in the evolution of our work at Daughterhood. What...
The Myth of Self-Care in Caregiving
Every time you turn on your computer, there’s some story or advice about the importance of self-care, especially for women. We read about how we need to get more sleep, which has the effect of keeping us up all night worrying about the bad things that will happen if...
3 Mantras Every Caregiver Needs
If you are caring for aging parents, there are many websites and books you can use to get smart about how to manage and provide care for them. But, it’s a good idea to remember that no matter how much planning you do, there’s no substitute for experience. Research is...