You Are Not Alone!
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter once said there are four types of people: caregivers, those who have been caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who receive care.
The fact is, caregiving will impact everyone. Your role may be short-term, long-term or indefinite. Whatever your circumstances, your caregiving journey may be filled with uncertainty. Your loved one’s life has changed, and so has yours, perhaps dramatically.
If you’re a caregiver who feels isolated or doesn’t know where to go for help, the Caregiver Coalition of Northeast Florida is for you. Our founding organizations support a common purpose – to build a single place to find resources and hope, for loved ones who “care” in Northeast Florida.
Learn more about our organization and what it can do for you. If you like what you see, sign up for our monthly e-newsletter and tell your friends who may need us.
Thanks For Making First-Ever Caregiver Expo A Success!
Many thanks to everyone who joined us April 21 for our first-ever Caregiver Expo! We extend thanks to the more-than-90 community exhibitors who spent their day with us and provided complimentary services, to Brooks Home Care Advantage for their respite care services, and to our wonderful sponsors and Coalition partners who provided the resources to make the day possible. And, of course, thanks to you, the caregiver, for giving us a portion of your day to help you refresh and renew!
Some of you have asked for presentation materials from our keynote speakers and we are working on getting that content posted. Stay tuned for updates here and in the May-June edition of Caregiver Connections for details.
And as always, thank you for caring!
Home Safety For Your Loved One With Alzheimer's Disease
As the physical and mental condition of your loved one with Alzheimer's Disease changes, have you taken the proper precautions to ensure his or her safety in the home? Take action now to preserve a safe home environment, and your own peace of mind, by reading this article from Pat Colvin from Colvin Health Group in Jacksonville.
Read more...