Caregiver Tips
Technology for Caregivers – Helpful Apps and Resources
Technology for Caregivers – Alleviating Stress and Helping Caregivers Stay Organized Technology shapes so many aspects of our life. For nearly 100 million caregivers in the US (45% of the US population), there are now a wide variety of resources that have changed how they... Read More
What it’s Like to Raise a Child With Mental Illness
Being a parent is one of the most rewarding, yet challenging roles an individual can have in life. For all the love, joy, and satisfaction that children can bring, there can be bumps in the road that prove difficult, especially when faced with raising a... Read More
Telling Your Brain Story
The main focus of the United Brain Association is finding cures for brain disorders worldwide. To help support advancements in brain disorder research, we’re striving to raise funding through charity events and fundraisers. A key part of our fundraising efforts consists of raising awareness of... Read More
The Face of Caregivers Today & How Society Can Support These Unsung Heroes
Meet Melanie, a 42-year old work-from-home mother of two elementary school boys living in the suburbs of Westchester County, NY. Her husband commutes over an hour each way to his full-time IT job in Manhattan. Melanie’s job as a freelance public relations consultant gives her... Read More
Grieving The Loss Of A Person Still Living
Grief… It’s painful, complicated, overwhelming and handled so differently by each individual. When we lose someone or something, the process for coping and healing can be all-consuming. While we typically equate grief with funerals or sympathy cards, it is also possible to mourn the loss... Read More
Pain vs. Joy: Breaking the Cycle
When we suffer from pain–whether it’s physical or emotional pain — all we want is some relief. It makes sense that we want the pain to go away, and it also makes sense for us to take steps to free ourselves from the pain, even... Read More
Tips for Speaking To Your Child About Your Terminal Illness
Most parents would agree that giving their children love and security are their biggest responsibilities. This could not be truer when faced with having to share the news of a terminal illness with your children. This discussion could be one of the most difficult things... Read More
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Epilepsy and Service Animals: Finding the Perfect Companion
The loving presence of an animal can make any day brighter, but for an epilepsy sufferer, the right service animal can be life-changing. Trained service animals, especially seizure-response dogs, can open up the world for their owners in a way that might not be possible... Read More
