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Hello Caregivers! Join Caring Across Generations Relaxation Techniques for Caregivers and Care Recipients on Thursday, May 9 at 4pm PT/7pm ET. Learn more and sign up here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIucu2gqjwiHtElidSDNmAIdrr2vbSAkHVe?emci=4830552b-ec0b-ef11-96f3-7c1e521b07f9&emdi=5d100532-ec0b-ef11-96f3-7c1e521b07f9&ceid=11181867 #/registration

Have you checked out Whole Caregiver podcast yet? We've got some new episodes that might be timely for you. This month we've given focus to those who might be experiencing the holidays with out loved ones. Give it a listen here: https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-xehwc-14e61f9?utm_campaign=w_share_ep&utm_medium=dlink&utm_source=w_share.

The Whole Caregiver Introduction Welcome to our podcast! We are Erna Alfred Liousas and Megan Hebdon (The Caregiver Revolution), and we are excited to launch this podcast where we will explore all things family caregiving. We believe in addressing the holistic needs of family caregivers, and that is why we have named our podcast, "...

Want to understand what leave policies look like across the country? Visit: https://www.abetterbalance.org/resources/map-of-paid-parental-family-caregiving-leave-policies-for-state-employees/. You'll notice leave are very different across states, and paid family leave is still not available in most states. Work still needs to happen.

Map of Paid Parental & Family Caregiving Leave Policies for State Employees - A Better Balance Click on each highlighted location for more information. This interactive map provides a detailed look at paid family leave policies for state government employees across 35 states, plus D.C. These policies directly benefit millions of state government employees and their families and advance racial...

My good friend Megan and I work together on several initiatives supporting family caregivers. Our latest effort is called The Whole Caregiver. You can listen to it here: https://thewholecaregiver.podbean.com/.

Caregiving carries a variety of emotions. Our goal is to connect with and those who have in their lives. This National Caregivers Month, we hope this podcast helps caregivers recognize they are not alone. And, we hope those are not familiar with caregiving understand some of the complexities involved.

If you'd like an honest take on caregiving a senior, please give this interview a listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/im-not-yelling-im-dominican/id1670225515. It features me. :-)

There is still time to register for our Caregiver Appreciation Day event on February 18th. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/real-talk-for-caregivers-what-does-well-being-mean-for-you-tickets-514503041447.

Real Talk for Caregivers: What Does Well-Being Mean for You Join our free event, "Real Talk for Caregivers: What Does Well-Being Mean for You?" on 2/18/23 at 12pm EST.

Much of my life has been devoted to unpaid or informal caregiving for my parents. To support my fellow caregivers, I invite you to join myself and a few other wonderful folks on Caregiver Appreciation Day, February 18, 2023. We're hosting a one-hour event at 12 EST to explore what well-being means for you as a caregiver. Feel free to join us. Also, share this invitation with other caregivers (current, former, and future) in your orbit. Let's recognize and support these outstanding people! Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/real-talk-for-caregivers-what-does-well-being-mean-for-you-tickets-514503041447

Can you believe January is almost over? We can't either, but Caregiver Appreciation Day is coming up in a few weeks on February 18th. Include us in your plans, by spending an hour with us. Learn about our event here: https://postly.app/1zOA

“Supporting family caregivers is an urgent public health issue, exacerbated by the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. This national strategy recognizes the critical role family caregivers play in a loved one’s life. I know the importance of this first-hand, as someone who cared for my late father and navigated the challenges associated with caregiving.” HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra shared these thoughts earlier this week. Have you had a chance to read anything about this strategy? https://postly.app/1EKq
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""Tens of billions of dollars of benefits are going unused every year" because older people don't know about them, find applications too difficult to complete or feel conflicted about asking for help, said Josh Hodges, chief customer officer at the National Council on Aging, an advocacy group for older Americans that runs the National Center for Benefits Outreach and Enrollment." Read this article and make sure you're familiar with the resources available! https://postly.app/1ARv

Older Americans miss out on billions of dollars in benefits as inflation takes a toll With prices of necessities rising dramatically, many older Americans are having trouble making ends meet. They often don't know that help is available from a variety of programs, and some sources of financial assistance are underused.

Did you miss yesterday? It's not too late to celebrate by grabbing a new to you book at your library or online. In fact, libraries provide programming that supports everyone in the family including seniors. Make sure to include a stop at the library with your favorite senior soon!

Folks don't truly understand family caregiving until they find themselves becoming . https://postly.app/13w8 One thing we can all benefit from is preparation. Whether you're an existing caregiver, about to become one, or just curious read this article and start the conversation.

You may become a family caregiver soon, and not even know it The job isn’t always a planned one.

We're so happy to join Massachusetts Coalition for Serious Illness Care on their quest to ensure that health care for everyone"their goals, values and preferences at all stages of life and in all steps of their care." Read more about us and why we joined here: https://www.maseriouscare.org/news/meet-our-three-newest-members.

Meet Our Three Newest Members! | Massachusetts Coalition for Serious Illness Care Jul 25, 2022 U*Realized helps organizations understand, create, and implement activities and processes that improve customer, employee, patient, and caregiver experiences. Erna Alfred Liousas, founder and CEO of U*Realized, shares that she is passionate about the unpaid caregiver experience. “As a...

We've all heard about the crisis. Read this article for ways to pitch in and : https://postly.app/e0A

How to Help During the Baby Formula Shortage Parents are struggling to find formula for their babies, and it’s beyond stressful. Learn how you can help families access baby formula during the shortage.

Last month, passed the Healthy Delaware Families Act! Delaware joins 10 other states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Washington, and Washington, D.C. in offering a leave benefit for families.

Each state presents the leave benefit slightly different. "Four PFL laws — California, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island — do not offer leave benefits for an employee’s own medical condition. However, each of these jurisdictions offers a separate state disability insurance benefit. San Francisco’s program is tied to the California state PFL program and is limited to paid parental leave."

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Who would have thought International Health Day and No Housework Day would happen at the same time? Not us, but we're going with it. 😁 Instead of housework, we're using the time to reflect on our health goals. Take a few minutes out and do the same. You're worth it!

With everything happening today, it's hard to remember the details. It’s National Consumer Protection Week! Everyone should visit consumer.ftc.gov to read, watch, print or order free resources. Stay on top of things and be mindful of scams.

Happy International Women's Day Everyone! Celebrate all the wonderful women in your life!
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You don't have to put out a breakfast or lunch spread to celebrate Employee Appreciation Day. But, it would be nice. ;-) Let your staff know how much you care!

Celebrate Women's History Month by recognizing the women in your life making history. And, read this list of famous women and history makers: https://parade.com/973936/leighweingus/influential-women-in-history/

Don't forget to let the in your life know how much you appreciate them today! Moms, Dads, Daughters, Sons, healthcare folks and more are included!

All need support. Would it surprise you to know there are an estimated 5.4 million young people in the U.S. caring for someone in their home?

Learn more about the younger folks supporting their family and see if you can help in any way: https://postly.app/AwR

More youths are becoming home caregivers. Experts say they need more help and support It’s estimated that about 5.4 million young people in the U.S. are caring for someone in their home, a number that researchers believe is greatly underestimated. There is a lack of programs to support them.

Don't underestimate how much for your future matters, especially when it comes to your health. Read this 's story, and her advice: https://postly.app/A5s

How one first-time caregiver found peace in her unexpected role For Katie, the decision to become a caregiver wasn’t a decision at all. Caregiving for loved ones was a natural and expected part of life.

We hear the term often, but what does it mean for ? It can represent many things. The most common is emotional exhaustion prompting one to feel overloaded and emotionally drained.

When it's happening, it is so hard to think of solutions. This article shares encouraging news about caregiver legislation: https://postly.app/9T6 . And there are for caregivers to reduce burnout.

Taking Care of Caregivers Here’s why addressing stress and burnout improves the lives of patients.

Today, on Martin Luther King Day, we're taking time to dwell on his quotes. This is one of our favorites and embodies why is so important to us.

Our latest Share & Care newsletter provides a few tips on preparing for winter weather and emergency preparedness. Make sure you've got a checklist that everyone in the family is familiar with as well as your loved ones outside of your home. Sign up for our newsletter at https://postly.app/5jw