The National Family Caregivers Month is organized each year by National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA) and is designated as a time to thank, support, educate and celebrate family caregivers. "This year we are encouraging people to speak up during National Family Caregivers Month." said Suzanne Mintz, NFCA president and co-founder. "One of the most important attributes on being an advocate for your loved one is the willingness and the ability to speak up and keep your eye on the ultimate goal, protecting not only the health and safety of your loved ones but for yourself as well." Visit their website for Caregiving Resources (tips, websites and organizations for caregivers).
As a member of the Caregivers Coalition, an initiative of United Way of Morris County, I was invited to attend The Caregivers Awareness Day Luncheon on November 14. Former NJ governer Richard Codey, also a caregiver himself, was the guest speaker. When the program committee asked each caregiver to stand for recognition, nearly everyone in the room stood up. We all agreed that almost everyone, if not now, will be a caregiver for someone of significance in their life, work or community. Visit Caregivers Coalition website for a list of caregivers resources, including their brand new guidebook "Pathways for Caregivers" (you can call to request a free copy).
Take good care of yourself... you are irreplaceable!
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