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How do I find a local support group for caregivers of aging parents? I really need one, badly!
Carol Bradley Bursack, Aug 24, 2009
Over the span of two decades author, columnist and speaker Carol Bradley Bursack cared for a neighbor and six elderly family members. Because of this experience, Bradley Bursack created a portable support group, the book "Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories."
SecretSister has some great suggestions. Also, your Alzheimer's Association may have ideas, and if nothing else, if you belong to a spiritual community, look into starting one. Caregivers are everywhere and need each other.
I hope you fine a group or start one.Take care,Carol
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Madison
Give a Hug
Aug 24, 2009
To herdaughter:
While you are looking for a local support group near you, keep in touch with this site as it will bring you information, good-sound advice from caring people. It has helped me tremendously and I hope you will continue to visit it and it do the same for you. This site is a daily reminder to us all that we are not alone and just when we think we have it 'so bad' we will read an article of someone who is having life served to them that is much worse than ours. We read, acknowledge, pray and trust in the Lord, thanking Him for His blessings such as this site and Carol for all her good works in helping others .... like us!
God bless you on your journey.
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SecretSister
Aug 23, 2009
Did you ask the Social Worker at the place where your mom is doing rehab? How about your local Commission on Aging office? Or Senior Services, Senior Center, or Area Agency on Aging? Whatever the name, most cities have them, or some type of support available. You could even ask at her physician's office if they can direct you somewhere. It depends on the area you live in, and they type of support group you are looking for. They aren't always well attended, because many caregivers find it hard to get out to meetings. If there's a place that offers Day Care or respite services, you may find something there.
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naricinfo
Try the Family Care Navigator at the Family Caregiver Association: http://caregiver.org/caregiver/jsp/fcn_content_node.jsp?nodeid=2083 You can look up resources by state.
cookma
I am looking for a book to purchase for my aunt who is 76 who cares for her 94 year old mother.
lovingdaughter
My local church had a bulletin board with help wanted posters. That is where I found my first 2 caregivers. Your local hospital has a list of agencies and support groups. Also , senior services in your area has support groups. I jut found one for Parkinsons and I may go this Friday. Good luck.
patrica61
I myself called the Alzheimers 24/7 I was given a local near by area. The support meeting meets every month, it has been a lot of help to me in my time of need. If you call the Alzheimer's assocation they also have people on staff to help you and listen on their 24/7 phone line listed its is always a 1-800 number hope this will help. God bless i know it is stuff, the book I am reading for the fifth time is 36 hours day, it as a lot of different reading in it. patrica61
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anonymous11306
Aug 25, 2009
Google it for your city and state.
BGordon
Aug 26, 2009
You can also find information, services and programs at the ElderCare Locator (www.eldercare.gov). Wishing you the best in your search. Support Groups are very helpful. many also will help with respite while you are attending the Support Group.
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