Caring for Loved Ones. Caring Resources.

If you are caring for a loved one, you have found an understanding and knowledgeable home in Second Act.  Before we jump into a bit of guidance, take a second.  Breathe.  Try to relax, even if it is for just a few seconds.  Caring for those who once cared for us, is an immensely rewarding yet also difficult journey.  We, better than most, do understand.   As you search for resources, consider breaking them down this way:

The Resources.

There is a mix of local and federal government resources that could possibly be helpful. We suggest you start with your local Area Agency on Aging.  Equally as important is the community of professionals literally all around you that could be helpful.  Here we recommend you make a call to a local Geriatric Care Manager.

We hear from families that their challenge, which may be similar to yours, is not knowing who to look for, what they do, and what to ask of them.  That’s OK, that is why we are here. To shed some needed light along your care path.  Each of these resources is so important that we have dedicated an entire page in our website detailing what they can do for you.  These details are also included in the Care Guide we encourage you to download, below.  Oh, and one more thing: as you care for your loved one, don’t forget to care for yourself.  We know, it is hard to find time. Even if it is 15 minutes a day here or there, try, try, to find that time to yourself.  Now back to resources:

Download our helpful Guide to Caring below.

The highlights here are meant to serve as the start of your research. Our guide below provides extensive additional information, links, and suggestions.  We know you are busy, so we wrote it in short paragraphs.  We provide you with useful checklists, from care resources to who to seek out for help and what to ask them.  Download or print it out and have it handy.  Because caring is a journey.  And we understand.