Don’t Carry the Burden Yourself
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I like to think of my Caregivers as “Inspired Caregivers” because we focus on the
Caregiver instead of the patient, offering a spiritual retreat from the 36-hour
mental and physical responsibilities of caregiving. I welcome ALL Caregivers
responsible for a loved one regardless of the physical and/or mental illness
because ALL Caregivers share so many common bonds. Whether the patient has
Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinsons, Cancer, PTSD or any other illness, ALL
Caregivers face the same risks for potential burnout and emotional despair.
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Julie facilitates Caregiver Support Groups on a regular basis. The groups focus
on the empowerment and well-being of the caregiver.
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Job Description of a Caregiver—
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Age: No minimum or maximum
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Sex: Male or female
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Race: Black, brown, red, yellow, or white
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Caregiving experience: None required
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Location: Anywhere in the world
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Relationship to patient: Can be related or unrelated
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Patient disorders: Chronic illness or disabilities
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Patients: Parents, siblings, lovers, children, spouses, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and others
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Compensation: Volunteer and paid professional
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Length of workday: 24 hours, plus
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Length of assignment: Several days to a lifetime
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Job Responsibilities
Must be willing to:
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Make life and death decisions in an instant.
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Assist with or perform activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing and dressing.
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Manage housework, meals, laundry and groceries.
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Administer medication and other healthcare tasks.
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Provide emotional support and companionship.
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Assume legal responsibilities.
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Consult with healthcare professionals.
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Stand up for patient’s needs against all odds, including disagreeing with family members and professionals.
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Ensure that others don’t take advantage of patient.
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Secure environment so that patient is physically safe.
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Be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Plan activities for people who may not have memory or mobility.
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Chart and record key information about patient.
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Watch patient deteriorate and/or die.
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Be emotionally strong. Caregiving provokes intense sadness
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By visiting our site we hope you will find Comfort, Empowerment and Support for yourself and your Caregiver team. The products and services have been specially designed to complement the awesome task of Caregiving.


Caring for a Loved One with Physical and/or Mental Illness
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DURING THESE PANDEMIC TIMES, BOTH SUPPORT GROUPS JULIE FACILITATES ARE SUSPENDED: Doctors Hospital and Veterans' Caregivers at Mindspa.
To be updated, email Julie at caregivercomfort@aol.com a request to be added to her Caregiver email list and she will keep you posted on Caregiver events and services.
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We want to welcome you to our
caregivers’ support group that
focuses on you, the caregiver,
offering a retreat from the never
ending mental and physical
responsibilities of caregiving. This
free group provides compassionate
support and an opportunity to explore
new solutions together to caregiver
challenges.
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Doctors Hospital is home to the area’s
only voluntary inpatient behavioral
health program dedicated to the needs
of adults. They offer specialized care to
meet your unique needs in a private and
spacious environment.
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For more information, call (888) 685-1596.

FREE Monthly Lunch and Support Group for Veterans’ Caregivers
and Veterans Caring for a Loved One
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Date: Third Monday Monthly
Time: 12:15 PM to 1:45 PM
Location: Mindspa Integrative Wellness Center
5632 Bee Ridge Road, Unit 101 (Next to VA Clinic)
Lunch Sponsor: Mindspa Integrative Wellness Center
Cost: FREE
Registration Required: Four Days Prior to Group Meeting
E-mail Julie Cook Downing; caregivercomfort@aol.com
Facilitator: Julie Cook Downing
President, Caregivers' Comfort Creations, LLC
In this group you will:
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Share sacred and confidential space with others having similar concerns and challenges
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Have a relaxed retreat from the 36-hour mental and/or physical responsibilities of caregiving
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Discuss a highly interactive topic that will provide solutions to many caregiving challenges
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