Today is Grandparents Day, an amazing chance to celebrate those so close to our hearts. The role of grandparent is different within every family; for those of you involved in kinship care, your efforts are especially applauded and appreciated. If…
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Preventing COVID-19 Loneliness
Johns Hopkins Medicine has created a guide to ensure caregivers can give the best care possible during COVID-19. During times like this, social distancing can feel like complete social isolation. Johns Hopkins suggests engaging in scrapbooks, using technology to communicate…
Experiencing Symptoms of Burn Out?
As caregivers, there are a lot of things on your plate. While caring for another person, it is easy to forget how to prioritize yourself. Balancing all aspects of your own life, while caring for another, is extremely difficult. The…
Family Caregiver Navigator
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Family Caregiver Navigator pilot project. Serving families in SW Idaho by telephone, Navigators offer FREE support and resource referral to unpaid or family caregivers. Receive an action plan to address your…
My Family. My Story 2020
The annual My Family. My Story. Art Contest, hosted by 2-1-1 Idaho and the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, is coming up! If you are in any way involved in kinship care, this contest provides a platform to share…
Planning for the Future with Alzheimer’s?
If you are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease, you may find this article from the National Institute on Aging helpful. This guide, titled Legal and Financial Planning for People with Alzheimer’s, shares tips on how to plan for expenses…
Have a Doctor’s Appointment Soon?
Due to COVID-19 regulations within hospitals and primary care clinics, caregivers are being urged to wait outside during the patient’s appointment. This policy presents new challenges, as many caregivers are essential in communication between the patient and provider. In the…
Have You Taken the 2020 Census?
In the midst of COVID-19, the 2020 Census participation levels have dropped. This is especially true for seniors. Without an accurate count, it is more difficult to receive federal grants and funding for the aging population. However, there is still…
#HowRightNow Initiative
Feeling stressed? With so much going on—and so many depending on you—it’s normal to feel stressed. Find resources, tips and inspiration for #HowRightNow you can de-stress: HowRightNow.org. #HowRightNow
Guide for Faith Communities and Mental Illness
The Partnership Center has just released a guide for Faith Communities, Compassion in Action: A Guide for Faith Communities Serving People with Mental Illness and their Caregivers. In this guide, faith communities can learn how to leverage their strengths, connect…