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Former Caregivers Share What Life Is Really Like After Care Ends
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Hi Friend, November is National Family Caregivers Month. This November, we recognize the millions of people who care for aging parents, spouses, and loved ones across the country. We also want to shine a light on those whose caregiving chapter has ended. When caregiving stops, it can leave a mix of emotions like relief, grief, exhaustion, and sometimes a deep sense of “Who am I now?” Former Caregivers Describe Life After CareRecently, we asked our DailyCaring subscribers to share how they’ve reconnected with themselves and the world after caregiving. The responses were powerful, honest, and insightful. Many described feeling lost at first, while others found comfort through volunteering, support groups, faith, or helping new caregivers. Almost everyone agreed: caregiving changes you forever, but it can also lead to new clarity and purpose. See the reflections that inspired this week’s feature article: If you’re a former caregiver, we’d love to hear how you’ve found your footing again. Feel free to comment on the article to share your story. Question of the Week for An Upcoming Article:This week, a reader asked, "My aunt asked me to accompany her to a neurology appointment. I have noticed some changes in her cognition and have shared my concerns with her directly. What, if anything, should I bring up at her appointment?" Do you have any advice for our reader? Feel free to reply to this email if you have been through a similar experience or have any insight to share. Warmly, You Might Also Like...
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Hi Friend, Thank you to everyone who responded to last week's email and shared stories of life after caregiving with us. They were powerful and profound, and we're so grateful you shared them. Medicare and Skilled Nursing As a former long-term care social worker in skilled nursing facilities, one of my duties was educating families about Medicare coverage during a loved one's stay. Many families were surprised to learn that Medicare only pays for skilled nursing home care for a limited time,...
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