Sometimes we just want out. Sometimes we might need a boost or word of encouragement. How are you coping with the stress and scheduling for your caregiving responsibilities?

What things are you struggling with the most? What have you tried to help, and what worked or didn't work?

Caregiving is hard. No doubt about it. Only those who are faced with it, REALLY understand. Sometimes we need a diversion from the same mantras for education, self care, burnout etc. Yet we still need the info and community resources! I'm working on a FUN approach to building our community...get ready for more, soon!

Many people don't get a diagnosis early on. Whether it's a dementia related diagnosis or any other disease, start researching asap, what to expect. Even if the prognosis is for decline years down the line, preparing now can help ease into the future with greater clarity and purpose.

What caregiving tasks, things to do, or self care options are you putting off? Have you challenged yourself to figure out why? Sometimes we don't have the headspace, bandwidth or energy to get things done or even to make a plan... But if this becomes the norm it can be incredibly difficult to make changes as time goes on. Find one small thing to do, today if you can, and count it as a win! Do the same tomorrow. Little things and small steps, can get you motivated to move forward even more. Goals become accomplishments. Start with one small measurable action.