by Joanne Jarvi | Dec 5, 2019 | CARES
Paul Shifrin has been the caregiver for his sister and her friend since his mother died several years ago. Until a few weeks ago, his sister and her friend were living in Farmington Hills but the distance made it difficult for him to oversee her care. He just...
by Joanne Jarvi | Dec 5, 2019 | CARES
Ocene Neglik came to the JFS Caregiver Support Group in January 2019 and has been a regular attendee since then. She agreed to share her story with us for this month’s Caregiver Spotlight which celebrates National Caregiver month. Since her husband Ray suffered a...
by Joanne Jarvi | Dec 5, 2019 | CARES
Caregiving is a difficult job. It is important to reward yourself with respite breaks often to avoid burnout. JFS offers respite to caregivers to allow them time to recharge themselves so they can be the best caregiver to their care recipient. It is important to watch...
by Joanne Jarvi | Dec 5, 2019 | CARES
In 2014, President Barack Obama declared November as National Caregiver Month. An excerpt of his proclamation states, “It is a time to shine a spotlight on those who care for a loved 365 days a year. Each day courageous individuals step forward to help care for family...
by Joanne Jarvi | Dec 5, 2019 | CARES
You, the caregiver, desperately need regular breaks, but your older adult absolutely refuses an in-home caregiver. What can you do? Seniors often won’t admit they need help, even if they are struggling with everyday tasks. In-home care can be a sensitive topic which...
by Joanne Jarvi | Oct 3, 2019 | CARES
Many caregivers today are part of the sandwich generation- a group that is simultaneously raising children and caring for senior parents as well. Many adult children are also now living significant distances from their families of origin. Juggling multiple...
