Care Watcher's LLC

01/30/2025

Everyone that we know is at SOME stage of grief. That alone should be the reason that we are kind to one another.

Most of us perpetually reside between the depression and testing stages.

Your journey is unique but you are not alone!

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/grieving-process #:~:text=There%20are%207%20stages%20of,depression%2C%20testing%2C%20and%20acceptance.

Grief is a process that helps people heal after experiencing loss. Read on to learn about the stages of grief, types of grief, how to offer support, and more.

10/20/2024

REVIEW YOUR INSURANCE BENEFITS AND SET CARE GOALS for 2025
MEDICAL AND LIFE
1. Open enrollment is the time to ask ALL of the questions that have come up during the year.
~did we resolve X,Y, and Z or did we get tunnel vision on X?
~what are my care needs? (Meds, home helpers, transportation)
~will my Dr.'s accept my plan?
~is my Dr. proactive/reactive to my care?
~how easy is it to schedule/see my Dr.?
2. Make certain that your visits, medications, tests, and referrals are clearly outlined.
3. Are there supplemental programs available for food/meals, medical supply delivery, exercise, recreation, and regular appointments?
4. Understand what, if any, costs you will incur monthly/annually.
5. Establish emergency medical decision and access protocols. Meet with an estate planner or legal professional NO MATTER what you believe your financial worth to be. Update or create your Living Will, Advanced Directive, Power of Attorney, Trust, Guardianship designation, etc.
6. Put all of your documents in a folder for easy transport. Include a contact list and current medication information with allergies included.

STAY INVOLVED WITH YOUR HEALTH and LIFE CARE. ONLY YOU CAN MAKE THE RIGHT DECISIONS.

Need help with ANY of those? Let us know!

05/03/2024

The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not ‘get over’ the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it. You will heal and you will rebuild yourself around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again but you will never be the same. Nor should you be the same nor would you want to.
~ Elizabeth Kubler-Ross

~ Art by Lucy Campbell

04/06/2024

Remembering the good times is often as painful as the loss. It's ok, to allow those moments.

03/16/2024

Caregivers,

Allow those in your circle to hold the weight.

Only do what you must.

Right NOW, self-care is critical. Later, is not soon enough.

A Carewatcher

02/28/2024

When Mom lost the ability to speak, I couldn't comprehend. I mean, I just did not understand HOW her voice had been erased.

The blessing of having cared for her for years was that I completely understood her eyes, and her sighs. Even robbed of sound we communicated so beautifully.

Mom knew that she was loved. Of that I am certain. It gives me peace when I have those sad moments.

MESSAGE: Record everything. Use every medium. You'll thank me later.

02/26/2024

Dear Caregiver's,

Without you someone's whole world would crumble.

Thank you!!

02/16/2024

Light reading. PTSD as a result.on being a caregiver is real. Knowing is half of the battle.

Caregivers of severely ill individuals often struggle to adjust to new responsibilities and roles while experiencing negative psychological outcomes that include depression, anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This systematic review aims ...

02/04/2024

She said, "Just lay here and dont leave me alone."

Honesty is everything in caregiving. Your loved one is lost, afraid, angry, confused and often in pain that cannot be fully articulated.

We want to fix it! Thats what we do right? But truly, the only fix is honesty. Understand the battle ahead, in infinite detail. Acknowledge that there is much unknown. Speak your questions, concerns and fears to them. They most certainly share them.

That feeling of being alone is overwhelming. Take time to just be present. SAY, "I don't have an answer. I dont know! I'm sorry/sad/pissed." Then LISTEN!!

How are they processing? How are they feeling? What can you glean from their body language? Be honest. If signs of decline are evident- act accordingly! The best thing you can do is to tell the truth in the mirror, to the masses, and shout it to the universe.

I DONT KNOW. I NEED HELP. I'M AFRAID. I'M NOT OK. I ALREADY MISS YOU. WE WILL BE OK.

If you can be this brave, your loved one can feel secure sharing their journey and confidently let go of the fight. They need honesty.

Love is an action. Just Rest.💔