Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Daughterhood Daughterhood is a community of people supporting each other in the challenges, realities, and joys of caregiving through connection, support, and education. ## Posts - [Daughterhood 10th Anniversary Letter](https://daughterhood.org/blog/daughterhood-10th-anniversary-letter/) - Ten years ago, I wrote 'Daughterhood makes motherhood look like a walk in the park.' Here's how a blog became a community — and what we've learned. - [Your Parents' Health Data Is Out There - Here's What You Need to Know](https://daughterhood.org/blog/your-parents-health-data-is-out-there-heres-what-you-need-to-know/) - The healthcare system was not built for daughters. It was built for the patient, but you’re the one carrying the binder into the ER, spending afternoons on hold, and logging into portals as your parent because there’s no other way. If any of that sounds familiar, this article is for you. The Centers for Medicare - [Caregiver Guilt: 10 Powerful Ways to Reframe, Heal and Find Peace](https://daughterhood.org/blog/caregiver-guilt-10-powerful-ways-to-reframe-heal-and-find-peace/) - Caregiver guilt has hung around me for years. I have numerous things I feel guilty about, and I can add new reasons every day. I may have broken a promise, lost my temper in frustration, spoken unkindly, made a mistake, or even worse, felt like I neglected my loved one in some way. I replay - [I Can Buy Green Bananas](https://daughterhood.org/blog/i-can-buy-green-bananas/) - I received the gift of renewed connection with my dad about six years ago. My dad had wrenched his shoulder when he fell out of the attic. Don’t ask. The doctor sent him to physical therapy first, but surgery was ultimately required to repair it. I was loosely involved in the health concerns and decisions - [3 Mantras Every Caregiver Needs](https://daughterhood.org/blog/3-mantras-every-caregiver-needs/) - Caregiving is overwhelming, and no amount of research fully prepares you. These three mantras will help you stay sane when the path ahead feels impossible. - [A Go-To Guide For Understanding Your Aging Parents' Rehabilitation](https://daughterhood.org/blog/a-go-to-guide-for-understanding-your-aging-parents-rehabilitation/) - Physical, occupational, and speech therapy can help aging parents maintain independence. Here's what each type does and how Medicare covers rehabilitation. - [5 Dos and Don’ts for Staying Independent in Old Age](https://daughterhood.org/blog/5-dos-and-donts-for-staying-independent-in-old-age/) - No matter how much you plan, so much of caregiving happens by just living it. When overwhelm hits, mantras can help you stay grounded and keep going. Here are three: get in the boat, try a different path, and keep putting one foot in front of the other. - [Where Can Caregivers Go for Help?](https://daughterhood.org/blog/where-can-caregivers-go-for-help/) - Every caregiver asks: Where do I start? There's no one-stop shop, but here's a roadmap — from public agencies you didn't know existed to real support. - [5 Safety-First Strategies for Your Parents' Hospital Discharge](https://daughterhood.org/blog/5-safety-first-strategies-for-your-parents-hospital-discharge/) - Hospital discharge is the weakest link in our healthcare system. Here's how to leave without feeling like you're stepping off a cliff blindfolded. - [What Caregivers Really Want Their Friends to Know](https://daughterhood.org/blog/what-caregivers-really-want-their-friends-to-know/) - Caregiving can strain friendships on both sides. Here's a guide for staying connected — whether you're the caregiver or the friend trying to understand. - [Are You Ready to Make Healthcare Decisions for Your Parents? Six Steps to Prepare You Now](https://daughterhood.org/blog/are-you-ready-to-make-healthcare-decisions-for-your-parents-six-steps-to-prepare-you-now/) - You may have to make life-or-death decisions for your parents someday. Here are six things you can do now to prepare — before you're caught in a crisis. - [Your Parent’s Death: Facing Fear and Finding Meaning](https://daughterhood.org/blog/your-parents-death-facing-fear-and-finding-meaning/) - Fear of death leads to denial — and unplanned, medicalized dying. Here's how to help your parent find meaning in their remaining time instead. - [Caring for Aging Parents - A Sibling’s Survival Guide](https://daughterhood.org/blog/caring-for-aging-parents-a-siblings-survival-guide/) - Caring for parents puts incredible stress on siblings. Here's how to operate as a team — or at least survive the conflict with your sanity intact. - [3 Powerful Ways to Avoid the Hospital](https://daughterhood.org/blog/3-powerful-ways-to-avoid-the-hospital/) - Hospitals are surprisingly dangerous for frail older adults. Here are three important things you can do to help your parent avoid hospitalization. - [Caregiving During the Holidays is Not a Hallmark Movie](https://daughterhood.org/blog/caregiving-during-the-holidays-is-not-a-hallmark-movie/) - There's no heartwarming movie about caregiving through the holidays. If you feel alone watching happy families, know this: you will get through it. - [5 Lessons in Setting Boundaries that Every Caregiver Must Learn](https://daughterhood.org/blog/5-lessons-in-setting-boundaries-that-every-caregiver-must-learn/) - As a caregiver, learning to say no and ask for help might be the only way to survive with your sanity intact. Here are five lessons to get you started. - [Creating a Resilient Response to Loss: The Special Challenge of Dementia](https://daughterhood.org/blog/creating-a-resilient-response-to-loss-the-special-challenge-of-dementia/) - Dementia means losing someone who's still present. There are no rituals for this grief. Here's how to build resilience when the loss has no clear closure. - [What to Do When Your Best Efforts Aren’t Good Enough](https://daughterhood.org/blog/what-to-do-when-your-best-efforts-arent-good-enough/) - Caregivers work incredibly hard and still feel like failures. Here are three mindset shifts to help when your best efforts never seem to be good enough. - [Throwing In The Towel: The 6 Most Important Questions to Ask When You Want to Quit Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/blog/throwing-in-the-towel-the-6-most-important-questions-to-ask-when-you-want-to-quit-caregiving/) - You can't quit caregiving, but sometimes you need the pressure to ease. Before throwing in the towel, ask yourself these six questions to move forward. - [4 Must-Know Tips for Your Parent's Hospital Stay](https://daughterhood.org/blog/4-must-know-tips-for-your-parents-hospital-stay/) - Hospitals aren't always set up for frail older adults. Here's what you need to know to advocate effectively for your parent during their stay. - [When Your Parents Won’t Listen](https://daughterhood.org/blog/when-your-parents-wont-listen/) - All the responsibility, none of the control. When your parent won't listen, the only real solution is letting go of the outcome. Here's how to find peace. - [What My Dad's Death Taught Me About Dying](https://daughterhood.org/blog/what-my-dads-death-taught-me-about-dying/) - Dying looks a lot like living. My dad wanted more time, even when it was hard. Here's what his death taught me about life, quality of time, and letting go. - [The 5 Most Unexpected Challenges of Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/blog/the-5-most-unexpected-challenges-of-caregiving/) - Caregiving is harder than it should be — because it's invisible and unsupported. Here are five challenges that catch most family caregivers off guard. - [Daughterhood - Embracing the Future Together](https://daughterhood.org/blog/daughterhood-embracing-the-future-together/) - Daughterhood is now officially a nonprofit. Our mission: foster community so no family caregiver feels alone. Here's where we're going and how to join us. - [Caring for Aging Parents Under the Reality of COVID-19](https://daughterhood.org/blog/caring-for-aging-parents-4-essential-steps-to-navigating-change/) - COVID-19 changed everything for caregivers. Here's how to keep aging parents safe — and what new options exist when hospitals aren't an option. - [4 Tips for Talking to Your Parents About Death](https://daughterhood.org/blog/4-tips-for-talking-to-your-parents-about-death/) - Talking to parents about death is awkward but essential. Here are four tips to start the conversation — plus what not to do, learned the hard way. - [4 Sanity-Preserving Truths Your Good Friends Want You to Know](https://daughterhood.org/blog/4-sanity-preserving-truths-your-good-friends-want-you-to-know/) - Caregiving in isolation is soul-crushing; your girlfriends are essential to surviving this journey. Here are four truths only good friends can tell you. - [The 4 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Medicaid Home Care](https://daughterhood.org/blog/the-4-most-frequently-asked-questions-about-medicaid-home-care/) - Medicaid can pay for home care when families run out of options — but rules are complex and vary by state. Here are answers to the most common questions. - [4 Tips To Make You Smarter About Your Parents' Medicare](https://daughterhood.org/blog/4-tips-to-make-you-smarter-about-your-parents-medicare/) - Medicare is complicated, and Medicare Advantage has trade-offs most people don't understand. Here's what you need to know to advocate for your parent. - [5 Common Misconceptions About Medicaid](https://daughterhood.org/blog/5-common-misconceptions-about-medicaid/) - Medicaid can pay for nursing home care when savings run out — but the rules are complicated. Here are five misconceptions that trip up most families. - [3 Resources to Ease Caregiver Money Worries](https://daughterhood.org/blog/3-resources-to-ease-caregiver-money-worries/) - Caregiving creates real financial hardship for many families. Here are three organizations that can help you find resources when money is tight. - [6 Features of Long-Term Care Insurance You'd Never Guess But Need to Know](https://daughterhood.org/blog/6-features-of-long-term-care-insurance-youd-never-guess-but-need-to-know/) - Long-term care insurance is a strange, complicated product. Here are six features you'd never guess — but absolutely need to understand before buying. - [It’s All About Connection: Caregivers Survival Guide](https://daughterhood.org/blog/its-all-about-connection-caregivers-survival-guide/) - The best caregiving support comes from people who've been there. Here's how to find your community, stop feeling alone, and trust your own judgment again. - [Ending Loneliness in Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/blog/ending-loneliness-in-caregiving/) - Most people enter caregiving without a community to lean on. That isolation makes everything harder. Here's how finding your people can change everything. - [Caregiver's Holiday Survival Guide](https://daughterhood.org/blog/caregivers-holiday-survival-guide/) - While everyone else celebrates, caregivers are still in the grind. Here's how to survive the holidays by focusing on rituals instead of responsibilities. - [3 Strategies to Overcome the Most Stressful Part of Daughterhood](https://daughterhood.org/blog/3-strategies-to-overcome-the-most-stressful-part-of-daughterhood-2/) - All the responsibility, none of the control — that's the caregiver's dilemma. Here are three mindset shifts to reduce stress when your parent won't listen. - [It’s Not Your Fault](https://daughterhood.org/blog/its-not-your-fault/) - When the healthcare system fails your family, it's not because you didn't try hard enough. Sometimes there's no solution — and you're not to blame. - [3 Reasons You Might Not Be Getting the Help You Need](https://daughterhood.org/blog/3-reasons-you-might-not-be-getting-the-help-you-need/) - Caregiving requires a team, but asking for help is hard. Here are three ways you might be sabotaging yourself — and how to finally get support. - [6 Must-Know Tips for Making Hard Decisions](https://daughterhood.org/blog/6-must-know-tips-for-making-hard-decisions/) - There are no perfect caregiving decisions — only less bad ones. Here are six tips to help you cope with impossible choices and forgive yourself afterward. - [Making Medicare Choices for Your Parents](https://daughterhood.org/blog/making-medicare-choices-for-your-parents/) - Medicare Advantage has trade-offs most people don't understand. Here's what caregivers need to know about timing, picking plans, and appealing denials. - [3 Medicare Benefits You MUST Know About](https://daughterhood.org/blog/3-medicare-benefits-you-must-know-about/) - Medicare won't pay for long-term care, but it has some hidden benefits that can help. Here are three secret weapons every caregiver should know about. - [Daughterhood in a Time of COVID: Our History and Our Future](https://daughterhood.org/blog/daughterhood-in-a-time-of-covid-our-history-and-our-future/) - COVID made caregiving harder, but Daughterhood kept growing. Circles went virtual, geography stopped mattering. Here's what we learned along the way. - [The Reason Behind Daughterhood](https://daughterhood.org/blog/the-reason-behind-daughterhood/) - Why name a caregiving community after daughters? Because women carry most of the burden — and so often blame themselves when the system fails. - [The Three Pillars of Parental Care: Add Up to One Impossible Job](https://daughterhood.org/blog/the-three-pillars-of-parental-care-add-up-to-one-impossible-job/) - Daily care, medical management, emotional support — parental caregiving covers three massive domains at once. No wonder it feels impossible. - [Daughterhood: The Ultimate Career Disrupter](https://daughterhood.org/blog/daughterhood-the-ultimate-career-disrupter/) - Caring for aging parents derails women's careers in ways motherhood never prepared us for. Here's why this hidden challenge deserves attention. - [How Softball and Starbucks Taught Me a Valuable Lesson About Being a Good Parent and a Good Daughter](https://daughterhood.org/blog/how-softball-and-starbucks-taught-me-a-valuable-lesson-about-being-a-good-parent-and-a-good-daughter/) - Wanting control often isn't about them — it's about us feeling competent. A lesson from parenting that changes how we care for aging parents. - [4 Common Traps To Avoid in Making the Move to Assisted Living](https://daughterhood.org/blog/4-common-traps-to-avoid-in-making-the-move-to-assisted-living/) - Assisted living is a big, expensive decision — and a minefield of sales pitches and guilt. Here's how to navigate it without losing your mind. - [4 Myths that Increase the Burden of Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/blog/4-myths-that-increase-the-burden-of-caregiving/) - Caregiving is hard enough without the weight of myths making it heavier. Here are four false beliefs that increase overwhelm — and how to let them go. - [The Top 3 Myths Most Women Believe About Paying for Long-Term Care](https://daughterhood.org/blog/the-top-3-myths-most-women-believe-about-paying-for-long-term-care/) - Women are far more likely to need long-term care — and far less prepared to pay for it. Let's bust the three dangerous myths holding us back. - [4 Essential Tips for Finding the Best Home Care for Your Parents](https://daughterhood.org/blog/4-essential-tips-for-finding-the-best-home-care-for-your-parents/) - Finding good home care for your parents is hard, expensive, and emotionally complicated. Here are four steps to increase your odds of success. - [3 Start-Up Business Strategies That Work for Daughterhood](https://daughterhood.org/blog/3-start-up-business-strategies-that-work-for-daughterhood/) - No amount of planning fully prepares you for caregiving — or for starting a business. Three mantras that help when you're learning as you go. - [4 Things You Can Do to Make Caregiving Less Tedious](https://daughterhood.org/blog/4-things-you-can-do-to-make-caregiving-less-tedious/) - Caregiving is sacred and tedious at once. Here are four strategies to cope with boredom without guilt — including treating it as spiritual practice. - [The 3 Unexpected Stages of Daughterhood](https://daughterhood.org/blog/the-3-unexpected-stages-of-daughterhood/) - Caregivers across the country describe the same journey: disbelief, guilt, then acceptance. Knowing your stage can make you feel less alone and less crazy. - [A Daughter’s Guide to Hiring the Right Aging Care Professional](https://daughterhood.org/blog/a-daughters-guide-to-hiring-the-right-aging-care-professional/) - Caring for a parent is a job that requires professional expertise. Here's a guide to seven types of aging care professionals and how to find the right one. - [Navigating Medicare and Medicaid](https://daughterhood.org/blog/navigating-medicare-and-medicaid/) - When your parent qualifies for both Medicare and Medicaid, you're navigating two uncoordinated programs. Here's how to make sense of being 'dual eligible.' - [Medicare Therapy Rules Made Easy](https://daughterhood.org/blog/medicare-therapy-rules-made-easy/) - Medicare covers therapy through four different pathways, each with its own rules. Here's how to navigate them and get your parent the coverage they need. - [4 Things You Must Know When Picking a Home Care Agency](https://daughterhood.org/blog/4-things-you-must-know-in-picking-a-home-care-agency/) - Hiring home care isn't like picking a plumber — there's no easy rating system. Here are four things to know before choosing an agency for your parent. - [The Burden of “Self-Care”](https://daughterhood.org/blog/the-burden-of-self-care/) - Telling caregivers to 'take care of yourself' is like telling someone in the desert to drink water. What if extreme imperfection is the real answer? - [The Myth of Self-Care in Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/blog/the-myth-of-self-care-in-caregiving/) - Self-care advice for caregivers misses the point. You're doing alone what community should support. The real answer? Extreme imperfection, not perfection. - [The Support I Wish I Had When Caring for My Mom with Dementia is Finally Available and Here’s How to Get it](https://daughterhood.org/blog/pocketrn-a-game-changing-program-for-dementia-caregivers/) - Medicare's new GUIDE program offers dementia caregivers 24/7 support and up to $2,500 in respite care — for free. Here's how to find out if you qualify. ## Pages - [Daughterhood](https://daughterhood.org/) - Daughterhood is a community for family caregivers navigating the challenges of caring for aging parents. Circles, podcasts, resources. You are not alone. - [Meet the Circle Leaders](https://daughterhood.org/meet-the-circle-leaders-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Speakers” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https://daughterhood.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/bg-4-3.png” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” custom_padding=”|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Roboto|300|||||||” header_font_size=”60px” header_line_height=”1.4em” header_text_color_tablet=”” header_text_color_phone=”” header_text_color_last_edited=”on|desktop” header_font_size_tablet=”50px” header_font_size_phone=”45px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]Meet the Circle Leaders[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.9em” custom_padding=”|0px||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Our Circle Leaders provide an opportunity for reflection, respite - [Meet the Circle Leaders](https://daughterhood.org/meet-the-circle-leaders/) - Our Circle Leaders are trained facilitators who've lived the caregiving experience. They listen, keep it real, and help you feel less alone. - [Circles](https://daughterhood.org/circles/) - Free drop-in support circles for caregivers, led by trained leaders who've been there. Topic and connection circles — no previous attendance required. - [Meet the Team](https://daughterhood.org/meet-the-team/) - The Daughterhood team has lived the caregiving journey firsthand. Meet Rosanne, Susan, Anne, and Becca — the people behind our community and mission. - [Reflections & Insights](https://daughterhood.org/blog/) - Articles, advice, and real talk for family caregivers — from navigating Medicare to managing guilt to surviving the healthcare system. Browse our blog. - [Why Daughterhood](https://daughterhood.org/why-daughterhood/) - Daughterhood fosters community that empowers caregivers to navigate the emotional and practical complexities of caring for aging loved ones. Learn more. - [Meet the Board](https://daughterhood.org/meet-the-board/) - The Daughterhood board brings expertise in aging policy, care delivery, and Medicare. Meet the people guiding our mission to support family caregivers. - [Contact](https://daughterhood.org/contact/) - Have a question or want to get in touch? Fill out our contact form or reach out directly. We typically respond within 1-3 business days. - [Podcast](https://daughterhood.org/podcast/) - Monthly conversations with experts on the practical and emotional sides of caregiving. Hosted by Rosanne Corcoran, a former in-home caregiver herself. - [Want to be a guest on Daughterhood the Podcast](https://daughterhood.org/podcast/podcast-guest-request/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_heading title=”Want to be a guest on Daughterhood the Podcast?” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Daughterhood the Podcast: Guest Request Form Thank - [Partners](https://daughterhood.org/partners/) - We partner with organizations that offer real solutions for caregivers — from virtual nurse access to health information tools. Meet our partners. - [Meet Anne](https://daughterhood.org/meet-anne/) - Anne Tumlinson founded Daughterhood after 25+ years of improving care for older adults. Nothing prepares you for caregiving — not even being an expert. - [Dementia & GUIDE](https://daughterhood.org/dementia-and-guide/) - Free support for dementia caregivers through the Medicare GUIDE program. Get a care coordinator, 24/7 nurse access, and respite care — at no cost to you. - [Resources](https://daughterhood.org/resources/) - Helpful resources for family caregivers — from free downloads to partner organizations to tools that make navigating the caregiving journey easier. - [Free Downloads](https://daughterhood.org/free-downloads/) - Printable guides and resources for family caregivers — from setting boundaries to navigating Medicare. 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After experiencing first-hand the stress and isolation caregiving brings along with the lack of meaningful resources for caregivers, Rosanne created Daughterhood the Podcast: For Caregivers. As host - [About Daughterhood Circles](https://daughterhood.org/about-circles/) - Circle Gatherings Daughterhood Circles are communities that gather on a semi-regular, face-to-face, and online basis. How often, when, and where Circle members meet is decided by the Circle and their leader. Our goal is to help create a relaxed atmosphere that emphasizes camaraderie. Using private Facebook groups, we facilitate online communication and organization for your - [Our Team](https://daughterhood.org/team/) - Anne Tumlinson Anne Tumlinson the founder of Daughterhood has spent the last two decades working on improving how America cares for its frailest, most vulnerable older adults. She is also the Founder and CEO of ATI Advisory which leads the nation in setting the direction of aging and disability policy. She serves on the advisory - [Daughterhood Conversation Videos](https://daughterhood.org/conversation-videos-2/) - Daughterhood Conversation #6: We continue our discussion about care options for your parents, this time focusing on the complex, unique, and specific issues caregivers must navigate when trying to find reliable and affordable Home care for their parents. Join Anne as she discusses the options and hard choices faced by caregivers with Andrea Cohen, founder and - [Daughterhood, The Podcast](https://daughterhood.org/daughterhood-the-podcast-3-2/) - Podcast Special Event On October 12, 2021 during a Podcast Special Event Rosanne interviewed Dr. Jessica Zitter. Dr. Zitter is a strong advocate for a new approach to caring for the dying. 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Join Gail Boone and Co-Leader Susan Rowe to discover how your body responds to stress and learn a few simple strategies to take your foot off the gas and restore - [Caregiving as an Only Child](https://daughterhood.org/event/caregiving-as-an-only-child-4/) - Being an only child brings with it a host of unique challenges. Join Joella Morris and Co-Leader Susan Rowe in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Sandwich Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/sandwich-caregiving-2/) - Aging parent concerns coupled with raising kids puts the squeeze on time, energy, and emotions. Join Nicole Smith and Co-Leader Susan Rowe for a supportive conversation and coping mechanisms to manage the middle. - [Caregiving as an Only Child](https://daughterhood.org/event/caregiving-as-an-only-child-5/) - Being an only child brings with it a host of unique challenges. Join Joella Morris and Co-Leader Susan Rowe in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Dementia Caregiver Connection](https://daughterhood.org/event/dementia-caregiver-connection-3/) - Caring for someone living with dementia is a journey unlike any other. This is a space where you can breathe, be honest, and find comfort in the company of others who truly understand what you're going through. Join Lori Rizzo and Co-Leader Susan Rowe for genuine connection and compassionate support. - [Dementia Caregiver Connection (Early Stages)](https://daughterhood.org/event/dementia-caregiver-connection-early-stages/) - The early stages of a dementia diagnosis carry their own quiet, complicated grief. If you’re a care partner for someone you love in the early stages of dementia, this Circle is for you. Join Lori Rizzo and Co-Leader Susan Rowe for an honest, supportive space to share what you’re carrying with others who understand. - [Dementia Caregiver Connection](https://daughterhood.org/event/dementia-caregiver-connection-2/) - Caring for someone living with dementia is a journey unlike any other. This is a space where you can breathe, be honest, and find comfort in the company of others who truly understand what you're going through. Join Lori Rizzo and Co-Leader Susan Rowe for genuine connection and compassionate support. - [Caregiving as an Only Child](https://daughterhood.org/event/caregiving-as-an-only-child-3/) - Being an only child brings with it a host of unique challenges. Join Joella Morris and Co-Leader Susan Rowe in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Take Your Foot Off the Gas](https://daughterhood.org/event/take-your-foot-off-the-gas/) - The demands of caring for others can keep us driving full speed ahead often without realizing the toll it takes on our health and well-being. Join Gail Boone and Co-Leader Susan Rowe to discover how your body responds to stress and learn a few simple strategies to take your foot off the gas and restore - [Dementia Topic Circle: Showering](https://daughterhood.org/event/dementia-topic-circle-showering/) - Showering & Dementia: Understand the brain changes and common challenges. Jessie Hillock will share practical tools to decrease the overwhelm. - [Dementia Topic: Holiday Office Hours](https://daughterhood.org/event/dementia-topic-holiday-office-hours/) - The holidays can be especially overwhelming when caring for a loved one living with dementia. This open office hours circle has no set agenda. It is a space to bring your holiday caregiving questions, challenges, and concerns, and to leave with strategies and encouragement for navigating the season. - [Dementia Topic: Planning for the Holidays](https://daughterhood.org/event/dementia-topic-planning-for-the-holidays/) - The holidays can bring both joy and challenges when caring for someone living with dementia. Join us as we discuss practical strategies for setting realistic expectations, adapting traditions, and creating a more meaningful and manageable holiday season for everyone involved. - [Caregiving with Mixed Emotions](https://daughterhood.org/event/caregiving-with-mixed-emotions-2/) - Many of us have complicated feelings about caring for parents or loved ones who didn't give us the care we needed. Led by Ida Dupont with Co-Leader Susan Rowe, this Circle offers a space to explore the complicated emotions: anger, resentment, guilt, and confusion about duty versus self-preservation. People can discuss how they set boundaries, - [Caregiving with Mixed Emotions](https://daughterhood.org/event/caregiving-with-mixed-emotions/) - Many of us have complicated feelings about caring for parents or loved ones who didn't give us the care we needed. Led by Ida Dupont with Co-Leader Susan Rowe, this Circle offers a space to explore the complicated emotions: anger, resentment, guilt, and confusion about duty versus self-preservation. People can discuss how they set boundaries, - [Overwhelmed & In Charge](https://daughterhood.org/event/overwhelmed-in-charge/) - Nobody hired you. Nobody trained you. Nobody asked if you had the time. But somewhere between driving your parents to the doctor and waiting for the pharmacy callback, you became the one in charge of their care. Share what you're up against, hear how others have solved problems, and get guidance from Jean Ross, RN, - [Topic Circle: The Martyr Syndrome & Letting Go](https://daughterhood.org/event/topic-circle-the-martyr-syndrome-letting-go/) - As challenging as it may feel to say no, it is necessary as you learn to take good care of yourself. Loren Gelberg-Goff will discuss the transition from deprivation to self care. - [The Clean & Sober Caregiver: Finding Balance in Recovery and Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/the-clean-sober-caregiver-finding-balance-in-recovery-and-caregiving-2/) - Caring for a loved one is never easy - it can feel like the hardest job in the world. Doing it while in recovery brings an extra layer of challenge. This circle offers a place for caregivers in recovery from any form of addiction to breathe, connect, and find strength among others who understand both - [Managing Sibling Dynamics & Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/managing-sibling-dynamics-caregiving-4/) - Sibling relationships can be a source of strength, comfort and often conflict as parents grow older. Join Jerri McElroy in a relaxed atmosphere to learn together how to navigate the sibling dynamics of caregiving. - [Managing Sibling Dynamics & Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/managing-sibling-dynamics-caregiving-5/) - Sibling relationships can be a source of strength, comfort and often conflict as parents grow older. Join Jerri McElroy in a relaxed atmosphere to learn together how to navigate the sibling dynamics of caregiving. - [Managing Sibling Dynamics & Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/managing-sibling-dynamics-caregiving-2/) - Sibling relationships can be a source of strength, comfort and often conflict as parents grow older. Join Jerri McElroy in a relaxed atmosphere to learn together how to navigate the sibling dynamics of caregiving. - [Topic Circle: Juggling Work, Home, and Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/topic-circle-juggling-work-home-and-caregiving/) - Juggling the competing and demanding responsibilities of a career, home, and family can be overwhelming and exhausting.Elizabeth Miller knows what this feel like since she was a sandwich caregiver in the peak of her career. Here, she shares her story, along with the mindset and practical strategies required to make a sustainable caregiving life. - [Journaling for Caregivers and Grievers](https://daughterhood.org/event/journaling-for-caregivers-and-grievers-11/) - Journaling, through writing or art, can be a powerful self-care tool where you can process feelings and relieve stress. Ann Kline provides prompts for reflection and opportunities to share in a community of safety and support. - [Journaling for Caregivers and Grievers](https://daughterhood.org/event/journaling-for-caregivers-and-grievers-10/) - Journaling, through writing or art, can be a powerful self-care tool where you can process feelings and relieve stress. Ann Kline provides prompts for reflection and opportunities to share in a community of safety and support. - [Journaling for Caregivers and Grievers](https://daughterhood.org/event/journaling-for-caregivers-and-grievers-9/) - Journaling, through writing or art, can be a powerful self-care tool where you can process feelings and relieve stress. Ann Kline provides prompts for reflection and opportunities to share in a community of safety and support. - [Journaling for Caregivers and Grievers](https://daughterhood.org/event/journaling-for-caregivers-and-grievers-8/) - Journaling, through writing or art, can be a powerful self-care tool where you can process feelings and relieve stress. Ann Kline provides prompts for reflection and opportunities to share in a community of safety and support. - [Journaling for Caregivers and Grievers](https://daughterhood.org/event/journaling-for-caregivers-and-grievers-7/) - Journaling, through writing or art, can be a powerful self-care tool where you can process feelings and relieve stress. Ann Kline provides prompts for reflection and opportunities to share in a community of safety and support. - [Journaling for Caregivers and Grievers](https://daughterhood.org/event/journaling-for-caregivers-and-grievers/) - Journaling, through writing or art, can be a powerful self-care tool where you can process feelings and relieve stress. Ann Kline provides prompts for reflection and opportunities to share in a community of safety and support. - [Dementia Topic: In-Home Care](https://daughterhood.org/event/dementia-topic-in-home-care/) - Jessie Hillock discusses in-home Care: when it's time, what to consider, and how to plan. - [Dementia Topic: Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month](https://daughterhood.org/event/dementia-topic-lewy-body-dementia-awareness-month/) - A discussion on Lewy Body Dementia and cognitive changes. Jessie Hillock leads and offers tips and resources. - [The Clean & Sober Caregiver: Finding Balance in Recovery and Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/the-clean-sober-caregiver-finding-balance-in-recovery-and-caregiving-8/) - Caring for a loved one is never easy - it can feel like the hardest job in the world. Doing it while in recovery brings an extra layer of challenge. This circle offers a place for caregivers in recovery from any form of addiction to breathe, connect, and find strength among others who understand both - [The Clean & Sober Caregiver: Finding Balance in Recovery and Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/the-clean-sober-caregiver-finding-balance-in-recovery-and-caregiving-7/) - Caring for a loved one is never easy - it can feel like the hardest job in the world. Doing it while in recovery brings an extra layer of challenge. This circle offers a place for caregivers in recovery from any form of addiction to breathe, connect, and find strength among others who understand both - [The Clean & Sober Caregiver: Finding Balance in Recovery and Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/the-clean-sober-caregiver-finding-balance-in-recovery-and-caregiving-6/) - Caring for a loved one is never easy - it can feel like the hardest job in the world. Doing it while in recovery brings an extra layer of challenge. This circle offers a place for caregivers in recovery from any form of addiction to breathe, connect, and find strength among others who understand both - [Guilt & Shame](https://daughterhood.org/event/guilt-shame-7/) - Join Susanne White, caregiver advocate, speaker, author and founder of Caregiver Warrior, and Co-Leader Rosanne Corcoran to unpack these common caregiver feelings. - [Guilt & Shame](https://daughterhood.org/event/guilt-shame-6/) - Join Susanne White, caregiver advocate, speaker, author and founder of Caregiver Warrior, and Co-Leader Rosanne Corcoran to unpack these common caregiver feelings. - [Guilt & Shame](https://daughterhood.org/event/guilt-shame-5/) - Join Susanne White, caregiver advocate, speaker, author and founder of Caregiver Warrior, and Co-Leader Rosanne Corcoran to unpack these common caregiver feelings. - [Craft & Connection](https://daughterhood.org/event/craft-connection-9/) - Bring your craft - whether it's knitting, drawing or whatever soothes your soul - and join others in a warm and supportive group setting. Jessica Spiegel will moderate this social session. - [Craft & Connection](https://daughterhood.org/event/craft-connection-8/) - Bring your craft - whether it's knitting, drawing or whatever soothes your soul - and join others in a warm and supportive group setting. Jessica Spiegel will moderate this social session. - [Craft & Connection](https://daughterhood.org/event/craft-connection-7/) - Bring your craft - whether it's knitting, drawing or whatever soothes your soul - and join others in a warm and supportive group setting. Jessica Spiegel will moderate this social session. - [Craft & Connection](https://daughterhood.org/event/craft-connection-6/) - Bring your craft - whether it's knitting, drawing or whatever soothes your soul - and join others in a warm and supportive group setting. Jessica Spiegel will moderate this social session. - [Craft & Connection](https://daughterhood.org/event/craft-connection-5/) - Bring your craft - whether it's knitting, drawing or whatever soothes your soul - and join others in a warm and supportive group setting. Jessica Spiegel will moderate this social session. - [Craft & Connection](https://daughterhood.org/event/craft-connection/) - Bring your craft - whether it's knitting, drawing or whatever soothes your soul - and join others in a warm and supportive group setting. Jessica Spiegel will moderate this social session. - [Caregivers of Color Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/caregivers-of-color-connection-circle-5/) - Caregiving is deeply personal and so is the cultural context you bring to it. This is a space created specifically for caregivers of color to find community, share experiences, and support one another through the journey. Join Jerri McElroy for honest conversation in a space where you truly belong. - [Caregivers of Color Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/caregivers-of-color-connection-circle-4/) - Caregiving is deeply personal and so is the cultural context you bring to it. This is a space created specifically for caregivers of color to find community, share experiences, and support one another through the journey. Join Jerri McElroy for honest conversation in a space where you truly belong. - [Millennial/Gen Z Caregivers Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/millennial-gen-z-caregivers-connection-circle-8/) - If you’re caring for a parent earlier than you ever imagined, this Circle is for you. Join Becca Dittrich for a warm, honest space to connect with others walking a similar path. - [Millennial/Gen Z Caregivers Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/millennial-gen-z-caregivers-connection-circle-7/) - If you’re caring for a parent earlier than you ever imagined, this Circle is for you. Join Becca Dittrich for a warm, honest space to connect with others walking a similar path. - [Millennial/Gen Z Caregivers Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/millennial-gen-z-caregivers-connection-circle-6/) - If you’re caring for a parent earlier than you ever imagined, this Circle is for you. Join Becca Dittrich for a warm, honest space to connect with others walking a similar path. - [Overwhelmed & In Charge](https://daughterhood.org/event/overwhelmed-in-charge-5/) - Nobody hired you. Nobody trained you. Nobody asked if you had the time. But somewhere between driving your parents to the doctor and waiting for the pharmacy callback, you became the one in charge of their care. Share what you're up against, hear how others have solved problems, and get guidance from Jean Ross, RN, - [Overwhelmed & In Charge](https://daughterhood.org/event/overwhelmed-in-charge-4/) - Nobody hired you. Nobody trained you. Nobody asked if you had the time. But somewhere between driving your parents to the doctor and waiting for the pharmacy callback, you became the one in charge of their care. Share what you're up against, hear how others have solved problems, and get guidance from Jean Ross, RN, - [Overwhelmed & In Charge](https://daughterhood.org/event/overwhelmed-in-charge-3/) - Nobody hired you. Nobody trained you. Nobody asked if you had the time. But somewhere between driving your parents to the doctor and waiting for the pharmacy callback, you became the one in charge of their care. Share what you're up against, hear how others have solved problems, and get guidance from Jean Ross, RN, - [Overwhelmed & In Charge](https://daughterhood.org/event/overwhelmed-in-charge-2/) - Nobody hired you. Nobody trained you. Nobody asked if you had the time. But somewhere between driving your parents to the doctor and waiting for the pharmacy callback, you became the one in charge of their care. Share what you're up against, hear how others have solved problems, and get guidance from Jean Ross, RN, - [Millennial/Gen Z Caregivers Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/millennial-gen-z-caregivers-connection-circle-5/) - If you’re caring for a parent earlier than you ever imagined, this Circle is for you. Join Becca Dittrich for a warm, honest space to connect with others walking a similar path. - [Dementia Topic: Understanding Hallucinations, Delusions, and Paranoia](https://daughterhood.org/event/dementia-topic-understanding-hallucinations-delusions-and-paranoia/) - Jessie Hillock provides caregivers with tips and supportive care approaches. - [Grief Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/grief-connection-circle-6/) - No matter the type of grief you are experiencing, join Kiki Reef, a David Kessler certified grief specialist, to share what’s on your mind or in your heart. - [Millennial/Gen Z Caregivers Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/millennial-gen-z-caregivers-connection-circle-4/) - If you’re caring for a parent earlier than you ever imagined, this Circle is for you. Join Becca Dittrich for a warm, honest space to connect with others walking a similar path. - [Millennial/Gen Z Caregivers Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/millennial-gen-z-caregivers-connection-circle-3/) - If you’re caring for a parent earlier than you ever imagined, this Circle is for you. Join Becca Dittrich for a warm, honest space to connect with others walking a similar path. - [Millennial/Gen Z Caregivers Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/millennial-gen-z-caregivers-connection-circle-2/) - If you’re caring for a parent earlier than you ever imagined, this Circle is for you. Join Becca Dittrich for a warm, honest space to connect with others walking a similar path. - [Dementia Topic: Brain Health](https://daughterhood.org/event/dementia-topic-brain-health/) - Alzheimer’s Brain Awareness Month: Tools for Honoring Your Brain Health. Led by Jessie Hillock. - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle-18/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Kristy Shell in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle-16/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Kristy Shell in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [The Clean & Sober Caregiver: Finding Balance in Recovery and Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/the-clean-sober-caregiver-finding-balance-in-recovery-and-caregiving-5/) - Caring for a loved one is never easy - it can feel like the hardest job in the world. Doing it while in recovery brings an extra layer of challenge. This circle offers a place for caregivers in recovery from any form of addiction to breathe, connect, and find strength among others who understand both - [Guilt & Shame](https://daughterhood.org/event/guilt-shame-4/) - Join Susanne White, caregiver advocate, speaker, author and founder of Caregiver Warrior, and Co-Leader Rosanne Corcoran to unpack these common caregiver feelings. - [Caregivers of Color Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/caregivers-of-color-connection-circle-3/) - Caregiving is deeply personal and so is the cultural context you bring to it. This is a space created specifically for caregivers of color to find community, share experiences, and support one another through the journey. Join Jerri McElroy for honest conversation in a space where you truly belong. - [Journaling for Caregivers and Grievers](https://daughterhood.org/event/journaling-for-caregivers-and-grievers-6/) - Journaling, through writing or art, can be a powerful self-care tool where you can process feelings and relieve stress. Ann Kline provides prompts for reflection and opportunities to share in a community of safety and support. - [Journaling for Caregivers and Grievers](https://daughterhood.org/event/journaling-for-caregivers-and-grievers-5/) - Journaling, through writing or art, can be a powerful self-care tool where you can process feelings and relieve stress. Ann Kline provides prompts for reflection and opportunities to share in a community of safety and support. - [Topic Circle: Sharing the Care and Improving Family Dynamics](https://daughterhood.org/event/topic-circle-sharing-the-care-and-improving-family-dynamics/) - Family caregivers need help but have difficulty articulating what is needed from family members. Elizabeth Miller shares pieces of her story along with resources to help better manage your existing family and caregiving responsibilities and get the help you need. - [Self-Care Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/self-care-connection-circle-5/) - When caregiving takes up so much of your time and energy, it’s easy to lose sight of your needs. This Circle creates space to step back, share honestly, and explore what support, nourishment, and self-care can look like in the middle of real life without pressure or expectation. Join Beth Meek for a compassionate, welcoming - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle-17/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Jodi Hempel and Nicole Smith in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle-15/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Kristy Shell in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle-14/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Kristy Shell in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle-13/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Kristy Shell in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle-9/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Kristy Shell in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle-7/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Nicole Smith in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [After Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/after-caregiving-4/) - Wondering what life looks like now that caregiving has ended? You don't have to figure it out alone. Join Rosanne Corcoran and Susan Rowe in a relaxed, supportive space where you can breathe, connect and begin to rediscover yourself. - [The Clean & Sober Caregiver: Finding Balance in Recovery and Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/the-clean-sober-caregiver-finding-balance-in-recovery-and-caregiving-4/) - Caring for a loved one is never easy - it can feel like the hardest job in the world. Doing it while in recovery brings an extra layer of challenge. This circle offers a place for caregivers in recovery from any form of addiction to breathe, connect, and find strength among others who understand both - [Guilt & Shame](https://daughterhood.org/event/guilt-shame-3/) - Join Susanne White, caregiver advocate, speaker, author and founder of Caregiver Warrior, and Co-Leader Rosanne Corcoran to unpack these common caregiver feelings. - [Caregivers of Color Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/caregivers-of-color-connection-circle/) - Caregiving is deeply personal and so is the cultural context you bring to it. This is a space created specifically for caregivers of color to find community, share experiences, and support one another through the journey. Join Jerri McElroy for honest conversation in a space where you truly belong. - [Journaling for Caregivers and Grievers](https://daughterhood.org/event/journaling-for-caregivers-and-grievers-4/) - Journaling, through writing or art, can be a powerful self-care tool where you can process feelings and relieve stress. Ann Kline provides prompts for reflection and opportunities to share in a community of safety and support. - [Journaling for Caregivers and Grievers](https://daughterhood.org/event/journaling-for-caregivers-and-grievers-3/) - Journaling, through writing or art, can be a powerful self-care tool where you can process feelings and relieve stress. Ann Kline provides prompts for reflection and opportunities to share in a community of safety and support. - [Dementia Caregiver Connection (Early Stages)](https://daughterhood.org/event/dementia-caregiver-connection-early-stages-2/) - The early stages of a dementia diagnosis carry their own quiet, complicated grief. If you’re a care partner for someone you love in the early stages of dementia, this Circle is for you. Join Lori Rizzo for an honest, supportive space to share what you’re carrying with others who understand. - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle-4/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Elizabeth Miller in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Self-Care Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/self-care-connection-circle-4/) - When caregiving takes up so much of your time and energy, it’s easy to lose sight of your needs. This Circle creates space to step back, share honestly, and explore what support, nourishment, and self-care can look like in the middle of real life without pressure or expectation. Join Beth Meek for a compassionate, welcoming - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Jodi Hempel and Nicole Smith in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Journaling for Caregivers and Grievers](https://daughterhood.org/event/journaling-fo-caregivers-and-grievers-3/) - Journaling, through writing or art, can be a powerful self-care tool where you can process feelings and relieve stress. Ann Kline provides prompts for reflection and opportunities to share in a community of safety and support. - [Journaling for Caregivers and Grievers](https://daughterhood.org/event/journaling-fo-caregivers-and-grievers/) - Journaling, through writing or art, can be a powerful self-care tool where you can process feelings and relieve stress. Leader Ann Kline provides prompts for reflection and opportunities to share in a community of safety and support. - [Journaling for Caregivers and Grievers](https://daughterhood.org/event/journaling-fo-caregivers-and-grievers-2/) - Journaling, through writing or art, can be a powerful self-care tool where you can process feelings and relieve stress. Leader Ann Kline provides prompts for reflection and opportunities to share in a community of safety and support. - [Self-Care Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/self-care-connection-circle-3/) - When caregiving takes up so much of your time and energy, it’s easy to lose sight of your needs. This Circle creates space to step back, share honestly, and explore what support, nourishment, and self-care can look like in the middle of real life without pressure or expectation. Join Beth Meek for a compassionate, welcoming - [David Kessler's Finding Meaning Sixth Stage of Grief Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/david-kesslers-finding-meaning-sixth-stage-of-grief-circle-3/) - David Kessler’s book Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief, is a profound exploration that extends beyond the classic five stages of grief to uncover a transformative sixth stage: meaning. Led by Karen Midlo, this Circle is held on the last Sunday of each month and prior attendance is not necessary. While you are welcome - [Getting What You Need from Medicare](https://daughterhood.org/event/getting-what-you-need-from-medicare-3/) - Join Jan Stone as she covers what Medicare is and isn't. Topics include premiums, penalties, critical timelines and everything in between. If you've ever had a question about Medicare for your care partner, or yourself, you won't want to miss this. - [Navigating Aging Parents](https://daughterhood.org/event/navigating-aging-parents-6/) - Caring for an aging parent is never easy and always stressful. Join Nicole Smith, CSA, and Co-Leader Susan Rowe for this open session to help you feel more prepared and less overwhelmed. - [Navigating Aging Parents](https://daughterhood.org/event/navigating-aging-parents-5/) - Caring for an aging parent is never easy and always stressful. Join Nicole Smith, CSA, and Co-Leader Susan Rowe for this open session to help you feel more prepared and less overwhelmed. - [The Clean & Sober Caregiver: Finding Balance in Recovery and Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/the-clean-sober-caregiver-finding-balance-in-recovery-and-caregiving-3/) - Caring for a loved one is never easy - it can feel like the hardest job in the world. Doing it while in recovery brings an extra layer of challenge. This circle offers a place for caregivers in recovery from any form of addiction to breathe, connect, and find strength among others who understand both - [Guilt & Shame](https://daughterhood.org/event/guilt-shame-2/) - Join Susanne White, caregiver advocate, speaker, author and founder of Caregiver Warrior, and Co-Leader Rosanne Corcoran to unpack these common caregiver feelings. - [Grief Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/grief-connection-circle-5/) - No matter the type of grief you are experiencing, join Karen Midlo, End-of-Life Doula and Certified Grief Educator, to share what’s on your mind or in your heart. - [After Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/after-caregiving-3/) - Wondering what life looks like now that caregiving has ended? You don't have to figure it out alone. Join Rosanne Corcoran and Susan Rowe in a relaxed, supportive space where you can breathe, connect and begin to rediscover yourself. - [Grief Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/grief-connection-circle/) - No matter the type of grief you are experiencing, join Karen Midlo, End-of-Life Doula and Certified Grief Educator, to share what’s on your mind or in your heart. - [Dementia Caregiver Connection (Early Stages)](https://daughterhood.org/event/early-dementia-stages/) - The early stages of a dementia diagnosis carry their own quiet, complicated grief. If you’re a care partner for someone you love in the early stages of dementia, this Circle is for you. Join Lori Rizzo for an honest, supportive space to share what you’re carrying with others who understand. - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle-3/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Kristy Shell in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle-11/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Jodi Hempel and Nicole Smith in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle-10/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Kristy Shell in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/connection-circle-6/) - Connection Drop-in Circles are a great opportunity to connect with others who understand your situation. Join Elizabeth Miller in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Caregiving as an Only Child](https://daughterhood.org/event/caregiving-as-an-only-child-2/) - Being an only child brings with it a host of unique challenges. Join Joella Morris in a warm and welcoming community, where you can find support and understanding. - [Sandwich Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/sandwich-caregiving/) - Aging parent concerns coupled with raising kids puts the squeeze on time, energy, and emotions. Join Nicole Smith for a supportive conversation and coping mechanisms to manage the middle. - [Navigating Aging Parents](https://daughterhood.org/event/navigating-aging-parents-4/) - Caring for an aging parent is never easy and always stressful. Join Nicole Smith, CSA, and Co-Leader Susan Rowe for this open session to help you feel more prepared and less overwhelmed. - [Craft & Connection](https://daughterhood.org/event/craft-connection-4/) - Bring your craft - whether it's knitting, drawing or whatever soothes your soul - and join others in a warm and supportive group setting. Jessica Spiegel and Co-Leader Susan Rowe will moderate this social session. - [Navigating Aging Parents](https://daughterhood.org/event/navigating-aging-parents-3/) - Caring for an aging parent is never easy and always stressful. Join Nicole Smith, CSA, and Co-Leader Susan Rowe for this open session to help you feel more prepared and less overwhelmed. - [Managing Sibling Dynamics & Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/managing-sibling-dynamics-caregiving-3/) - Sibling relationships can be a source of strength, comfort and often conflict as parents grow older. Join Jerri McElroy in a relaxed atmosphere to learn together how to navigate the sibling dynamics of caregiving. - [When the Clipboard Gets in the Way](https://daughterhood.org/event/when-the-clipboard-gets-in-the-way-2/) - If you’ve ever spent hours chasing records, walked into an ER where no one could see your parent’s medical history, or carried a binder just to keep doctors on the same page, you know how hard the role of coordinating care can feel and this circle is for you. Join Leader Jean Ross RN to - [Guilt & Shame](https://daughterhood.org/event/guilt-shame/) - Join Susanne White, caregiver advocate, speaker, author and founder of Caregiver Warrior, and Co-Leader Rosanne Corcoran to unpack these common caregiver feelings. - [Grief Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/grief-connection-circle-3/) - No matter the type of grief you are experiencing, join Karen Midlo, End-of-Life Doula and Certified Grief Educator, to share what’s on your mind or in your heart. - [Caregivers of Color Connection Circle](https://daughterhood.org/event/caregivers-of-color-connection-circle-2/) - Caregiving is deeply personal and so is the cultural context you bring to it. This is a space created specifically for caregivers of color to find community, share experiences, and support one another through the journey. Join Jerri McElroy for honest conversation in a space where you truly belong. - [After Caregiving](https://daughterhood.org/event/after-caregiving/) - Wondering what life looks like now that caregiving has ended? You don't have to figure it out alone. Join Rosanne Corcoran and Susan Rowe in a relaxed, supportive space where you can breathe, connect and begin to rediscover yourself. - [Dementia Caregiver Connection](https://daughterhood.org/event/dementia-caregiver-connection/) - Caring for someone living with dementia is a journey unlike any other. This is a space where you can breathe, be honest, and find comfort in the company of others who truly understand what you're going through. 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