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Know Someone with Dementia? Become a Dementia Friend
Do you know someone living with dementia? In just one hour, you can learn practical ways to communicate, connect, and support them with confidence. Join our free Dementia Friendly class and become a Dementia Friend.
More Than a Grocery List: How Our Van Service Keeps Neighbors Independent and Connected
Our Van Service is more than a ride—it’s a community on wheels. By providing reliable transportation to the store, we help seniors access essentials while fighting isolation through friendship. Your support ensures our neighbors stay healthy, happy, and connected in the homes they love.
The Important Caregiver Mindshift to Help Manage the Role
Caregiving begins with love but quickly becomes a role with real demands. When you see it as a job, not your identity, you gain clarity, set boundaries, and protect your energy so you can care for your loved one without losing yourself.
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Felix & Donna: Finding Balance in your Life through Volunteering!
Meet this month's Volunteer Spotlight Felix and Donna! See how they found balance in retirement by volunteering.
Join the Cottonwood Tennis Club Fundraiser for Neighbors Who Care
For nearly three decades, the Bradshaw/Neu Tennis Tournament at Cottonwood Tennis Club has combined competitive spirit with community generosity, raising funds for vital local charities.
Neighbors Who Care is Celebrating 30 Years of Serving Our Community
Thirty years ago, neighbors united to support elderly residents. Today, Neighbors Who Care helps over 600 seniors remain independent.
The Hidden Health Risks of Caregiving: What You Need to Know
Caregiving involves providing continuous support and care to loved ones and can significantly impact the caregiver’s health.
Bonnie: Healing Your Heart and Finding Joy in Helping Others!
Meet Bonnie, who began volunteering with us in March 2024. Her experience caring for her Grandma Dolly, who had Alzheimer’s, highlighted the profound importance of family and compassion.
Palliative Care – Embracing Life, Choosing Comfort, and Fulfilling Human Needs
Seniors can benefit from understanding palliative care, which focuses on holistic support beyond just medication. Learn how it differs from other medical care and improves outcomes.
Understanding and Combating Caregiver Guilt
Guilt, though sometimes less apparent than other emotions, is a common feeling that can arise from various factors during the caregiving journey.
Experiencing Depression in the Midst of Caregiving
Caregivers often experience depression due to the physical, emotional, and mental strain of providing care and neglect of their own well-being.
Caregiving Conflicts About Independence, Health and Safety
Caring for a loved one can be especially challenging due to struggles and conflicts over their health, independence and safety.
Shared Caregiving Responsibilities: Conflicts About Care
When sharing caregiving responsibilities with others, disagreements are common due to differences in expectations and emotions.
Understanding and Preventing Isolation When Caregiving
Caring for a loved one daily can be all-consuming, leaving caregivers little time for social activities and relationships with family and friends.
Conquering the Strains on Relationships Caregivers Face
The demands of caregiving can strain relationships and hinder one’s ability to maintain meaningful connections with friends and family.
Tips for Helping Caregiver Stress – Physical & Emotional
Caregivers frequently encounter stress as a result of the multitude of daily challenges. If left unaddressed, stress can give rise to a myriad of other problems.
Strategies for Caregivers to Find Privacy and Alone Time
Caregivers often provide continuous care for their loved ones, making it challenging to find privacy or alone time throughout the day.
Time Management Strategies and Tips for Caregivers
Juggling caregiving responsibilities poses a challenge for many caregivers, making it difficult to find a balance and effectively manage their time.
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