Caregiver Story Spotlight | Shield HealthCare “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Story Contest Written by Thomas K. “I am the father of Alfonso, a 6-year-old boy who was diagnosed with autism when he was two.  I decided to stay at home to help my wife take care of Alfonso, because at the time he was still… Continue reading A Father Shares His Greatest Motivation: Caring for His Son with Autism

Caregiver Story Spotlight | Shield HealthCare “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Story Contest Story by Arthur B. My name is Arthur and I am a single father of three kids. My wife passed away from breast cancer in January 2005. I have a son, age 21 and twin girls, age 16. One of my twin girls,… Continue reading Caring For Chelsea: A Single Dad’s Story

These caregiver training courses took place in 2012. But be sure to check out the site for  Boulder County Area Agency on Aging for current information. Boulder County Area Agency on Aging is offering summer training courses for family caregivers. Courses are starting soon and there’s still time for caregivers to enroll.  Caregiver courses are open to any Boulder County… Continue reading Family Caregiver Training Courses in Colorado

Caregiver Story Winner Spotlight | Shield HealthCare “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Contest Written by David L., 2003 Contest Winner “From the first moment that I wake up my disabled seven year old daughter each morning to the last moment when I finally switch off her bedroom light each night, I know my job is not only… Continue reading Straight From the Heart: A Caregiving Dad to His Daughter with Special Needs Shares His Rewards

Caregiver Story Spotlight | Shield HealthCare “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Contest Written by Sandi B. “I have been a professional as well as a family caregiver for the past seven years.  During this time, I have cared for my parents as well as other caregiving clients through an agency. At the present time, I am… Continue reading The Wings of an Alzheimer’s Caregiver

Amber Fernbach is a dedicated mom on a mission. As a mother of two special needs children, her son’s Autism was the catalyst for her mission to educate the community about the characteristics of Autism. In her book Jenna’s Brother Has Autism, Amber highlights the need for understanding in sibling peer groups to help educate those… Continue reading Mom Writes A Book To Educate The Community About Autism

Just in case you missed it, we’d love for you to see this amazing video created at the hematology/oncology floor of Seattle Children’s Hospital. Actual patients and staff members perform the Kelly Clarkson song, “Stronger” to show their courage and determination in the fight against cancer. This fun and powerful collaboration was thanks to Chris Rumble, a 22-year-old Children’s cancer… Continue reading Have You Seen It? Seattle Children’s Hospital Stronger Video

From The Heart of a Home Health Nurse: "As a fourth generation home health professional, you could say caregiving is in my blood. When I was a young girl...

When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease, many questions come to mind. It can be overwhelming to get all the answers from your healthcare professional all at once. Online resources for families and caregivers are a convenient way to become fully informed about Alzheimer’s Disease and find needed support.  We’d like to share this  informative video from aboutalz.org  that… Continue reading How Alzheimer’s Disease Affects The Brain

The Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center is sponsoring a Caregiver Resource Day on May 12, 2012.  This educational event is designed for family caregivers to provide the information and support they need on the latest topics affecting today’s aging population. Featured topics and guest speakers: The Latest Research in Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease presented by Helena Chang Chui, MD,… Continue reading Caregiver Resource Day at SCV Senior Center Santa Clarita, CA