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Caregiver Way is a place where information and connection meet you where you are. Considering you’re here, you’re probably caring for someone special in your life. And your role – either abruptly, or over time – has shifted from daughter, husband, or friend to caregiver.  It’s possible (and likely) that you’ve not been trained on your new role, you’re simply doing your best. The good news is that with the right support, you can be all the things you need to be for your loved one, and for yourself.

 
Join us in Caregiver Way for education and community as you navigate your caregiving journey. Caregiver Way has content to guide you, a community of caregivers to connect and grow with, and tools to help you reflect and show up as the best version of your caregiving self.
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Changing a Brief

Teepa Snow

February 20th, 2024

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How to change protective undergarments in late-state dementia care.

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Lisa Shirley-Williams

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I'm an outgoing assertive, altruistic creative being. While some argue whether the glass is half full or half empty, I'll make it pretty and sell it.

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Preparing an End of Life File

Abby Vincent

May 15th, 2024

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An end-of-life file can help have all important documents in one place.

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Dr. JoAnn Burke

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Chair

JoAnn M. Burke, Ph.D., LSCW, LMFT.,BSN is Chair of the Indiana Commission on Aging. She has over 50 years of professional healthcare experience working in nursing, clinical social work, and higher education. She is a passionate advocate for comprehensive healthcare that includes attention to behavioral health and social drivers of health as well as traditional healthcare, and she advocates for public policies that better support family caregivers.

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Tips for Applying a Gait Belt

Cindy & Christina Hardin-Weiss

February 15th, 2024

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Learn how to properly apply and adjust a gait belt.

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Jhanel Chisolm

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Guest Relations Assistant

Jhanel is a direct care staff at Joy's House. it is a warm experience for Jhanel and she loves the opportunity to help others. She loves the heart she is able to put into it. She loves interacting with Guests and has gained caregiving knowledge while working at Joy's House

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