NOVEMBER: National Family Caregivers Month

 

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NOVEMBER: National Family Caregiver Month

By Gail K. Kachnycz on 12 November 2024 

     November is National Family Caregivers Month. I did not know there was such a thing until I started this blog. Those who care for a family member deserve recognition indeed. Many of them are also in the workforce or serving their community or church as well. At this time, I would like to highlight friends who have encouraged me with this blog and website, who are caregivers for members of their family. You have met some of them before. I would also like to salute those of you who subscribe to this blog who care for family members. Some of you have replied by email with encouragement or suggestions, or information about resources. Thank you.

Edith with her husband, Fred. They were featured September 2, 2024

As I described in my post, Edith has been a mentor to me in my journey of caregiving. She is a prayer supporter and encourager to me. In addition to caring for her husband, Fred, she also has an administrative role in our church and is “Gram” to over half a dozen grandchildren.

Donna and her daughter Rebecca. They were featured May 8, 2024

Donna is a wonderful friend and an amazing mother to Rebecca. Donna and I pray weekly, and she has provided information that is helpful to those with family members with special needs. She is also a busy cardiac nurse and in leadership and dance ministry in our church.

Gretchen with her mother, Janet, and her husband, Scott

Gretchen's book was featured October 18, 2024

Gretchen is the author of the book, Come Dance with Me; Devotions for Deeper Intimacy with God. Gretchen is caring for her mother in their home. Gretchen’s mother-in-law also lived with Scott & Gretchen until the Lord called her home in 2023. This couple is an example of honoring parents with love and devotion. Gretchen is an RN, leads dance ministry, and coordinates Operation Christmas Child in our church.

Susan and her "Sweetie Mom"

Susan Reinhardt is an author and has encouraged my writing efforts. She is caring for her mother in their home, while continuing her own writing career.