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National Caregivers Day… A day to recognize the strength that knows no bounds. Where ordinary becomes extraordinary. With hands, that carry the weight of others with unwavering grace and reslience. A caregivers strength is physical. It’s emotional. It’s spiritual. Caregivers navigate the complexities behind caring for someone: staying up all night, bearing the weight of anxiety for an entire family, medical appointments, advocacy, education, medication, inclusion, research, life and death. While they carry the weight of the responsibilities, they’re worrying about the siblings who carry the weight of understanding and support. Caregivers are the unsung heroes who embody love, empathy and selflessness in their very being. Caregivers reach strengths beyond what the human body and heart can imagine. Here’s to all the caregivers, blessing the world with their extraordinary capacity to care for others.

As we journey through life, the roles we play often change. One such transformation many of us will experience is becoming caregivers for our elders. Whether it's your parents, grandparents, or another beloved senior in your life, providing care for them can be both a rewarding and challenging responsibility. In this guide, we'll explore how to care for your elders with compassion, respect, and practicality. Continue reading -https://bit.ly/3Ef809X

Do you know? Let me introduce you to Death Doula Network International and what they are all about :) #ddnint #deathdoulas #deathcaring #deatheducation #eolcommunity #eol #eoleducation

ABSTRACT The health and social ‘after-effects’ of caring are well established, yet the way carers experience pathways out of caring remains under-researched. In this article, we analyse qualitative free-text responses (n = 1,746) from a national survey of Australian carers to explore current and former carers’ concerns, opportunities and preferences around care endings. Our thematic analysis derived three key findings: (1) anticipation and fears for the care recipient; (2) prospects for life after caring; and (3) responsibility, recognition and loss. We engage with scholarship on the moralities of caring to discuss carers’ precarious relational and social positions, and their uncertainties around how caring ends. .

Every life deserves to be cherished and cared for, yet neglect can cast a shadow on our golden years. At First In Caring, we defy the notion that people simply 'die of old age.' Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that every individual, especially our seniors, deserves compassionate care and support. Let's rewrite the narrative together, ensuring that every chapter is filled with love, dignity, and the exceptional care that defines First In Caring. 💙 #ndisprovider #ndissupport #ndisaustralia #ndisserviceprovider

#WOWWednesday 👶 To Trish from the New Life Unit: "thank you for the wisdom you shared with me about caring for my newborn granddaughter. As a coworker, I see the wonderful things you do." 🤰And there is plenty of wisdom to be shared with the public at MMC's OB classes by Trish and others from the New Life Unit! If you're interested in signing up, call: 814-333-5345 for more information! 🤱 #NationalBreastfeedingMonth

📢 Calling all individuals with complex needs and their loved ones! 🤗 We are thrilled to share our latest blog post, "Empowering Thriving: Unlocking NDIS Support for Individuals with Complex Needs." 🎉

Care Management Consultations at Western Care Partners - When you’re handed a role you didn’t expect and don’t know where to start, our consultations can bring you the clarity you need, the actual resources available to you, and a plan to move forward with practical solutions.

One of the areas I specialize in is helping senior living organizations be known about before they are needed. Have you had a great experience with finding elder care for those you love? Where did you look? Share your experience in the comments.

🌿 Embracing Life's Final Chapter: Insights from Our Live Event with Barbara Karnes, RN 🌿 In an enlightening live event held yesterday, I had the distinct privilege of engaging in a profound dialogue with Barbara Karnes, RN, a beacon of wisdom in the realm of end-of-life care. One of the most resonant insights she shared was the notion that "We die according to our personality," a reflection of her deep understanding that the manner in which we approach our final moments is a direct extension of how we’ve lived our lives. This illuminates the concept that experiencing a 'good death' is inherently linked to the essence of having lived a good life. This perspective fosters a compassionate approach towards end-of-life care, emphasizing the need for it to be as personalized and as reflective of the individual's life and personality as possible. It underscores the idea that the dignity of a person’s final journey should mirror the richness of their lived experiences, advocating for a care approach that honors their unique story. For those who couldn't join us live or wish to delve back into the wealth of insights shared, I invite you to watch the replay of our conversation. Discover the profound connections between the way we live, the nature of our personalities, and how these elements shape our experiences at the end of life. The replay is available here: [Grief's Paradox: Idealizing the Deceased](https://lnkd.in/e6EF_pXD This dialogue between Barbara and myself goes beyond the clinical aspects of end-of-life care, touching on the philosophical and deeply human aspects of how we say goodbye. It’s a call to all of us—healthcare professionals, caregivers, family members—to ensure that the final chapter of life is not just a medical journey but a meaningful culmination of a life well-lived, honoring the individual’s personality and life story. Let's carry forward this conversation on how to ensure a 'good death' as a reflection of a good life, sharing practices, stories, and insights that celebrate the entirety of an individual’s journey. #EndOfLifeCare #PalliativeCare #GoodDeath #LifeWellLived #BarbaraKarnes #LiveEventReplay