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Caregiver Appreciation Month 2018 recognizes unsung heroes

November 8, 2018 / Jeanne Leyden / SCES Blog

November is Caregiver Appreciation Month, and it’s a great time to recognize unsung heroes who do amazing work each day. I’ve worked with hundreds of family caregivers over the years, and their stories never cease… Continue Reading Caregiver Appreciation Month 2018 recognizes unsung heroes

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Don’t Procrastinate on Developing a Caregiver Backup Plan

August 9, 2018 / Nathan Lamb / Guides and Info

Providing in-home care for someone who needs daily assistance is a major commitment. It’s not something people enter into lightly— and for that reason, it’s important for a caregiver to have a backup plan ready… Continue Reading Don’t Procrastinate on Developing a Caregiver Backup Plan

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Savvy Caregiver Provides Key Dementia Care Training

August 23, 2017 / Nathan Lamb / Announcements & Events

When a person is diagnosed with dementia, it is often family members and friends who assume major caregiving responsibilities. While this support from relatives is invaluable, it’s often their first time in a caregiving role.… Continue Reading Savvy Caregiver Provides Key Dementia Care Training

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SCES Nurse Discusses Caregiving at Community Conversations

February 13, 2017 / Nathan Lamb / SCES Blog

About 20 women gathered at a local hair salon recently, not to have their hair styled, but to discuss common issues facing family caregivers. The event was part of Community Conversations: Sister to Sister, a… Continue Reading SCES Nurse Discusses Caregiving at Community Conversations

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