Independence LostIf you have been a caregiver longer than 24 hours, you have dealt with a grumpy patient. Those days when it doesn’t...reactionscomments
Take Care of YourselfTaking care of yourself can sometimes be one of the hardest things to do. As the caregiver, you are caring for someone...reactionscomments
Can I Be A Caregiver?There is something that I have learned from many years of having been a co-caregiver for my mother. You can do more...reactions8comments
Finding the Right COPD Doctor: A Guide for CaregiversFinding the right doctor can make a huge difference in your loved one's care. A doctor who is passive may not push...reactions8comments
Basics for Caregivers: EquipmentThere will be an increasing number of pieces of equipment as your patient progresses. As each piece is added, it is important...reactionscomments
Celebrating Family Caregivers!November each year is COPD Awareness month, but did you know it's also National Family Caregivers Month? This is a time to...reactionscomments
We Tried For a TransplantIn the first few years after my mother’s COPD diagnosis, I spent countless hours researching the disease. The big thing that kept...reactions3comments
Basics For Caregivers: TerminologyWhat exactly is a caregiver? A caregiver is defined by the Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary as “a person who provides direct care (as...reactionscomments
Tips for Helping Your Caregiver Help You With Your COPDWhen you have COPD, life can be challenging at times. Having a caregiver can help when times get tough. However, a truly...reactions9comments
My husband is at the end of COPD and CHFMy husband is 66 and has had COPD and CHF for 12 yrs. He has had 2 open heart surgeries and 19...reactions18comments
Mother with COPD, CHF and other conditionsMy mother is 82 and was diagnosed approximately 6 years ago with COPD. She is also diabetic, type 2. She has a...reactions13comments
From Caregiver to AdvocateAs a co-caregiver for my mom, I thought about her health constantly. I spent countless days thinking about what I should do...reactionscomments
To Push Or Not To PushFrom the time that I was a small child, I learned to push my mom. She had multiple surgeries when I was...reactionscomments
Fear of Failing As An AdvocateIf you are anything like me, as a caregiver, one of my deepest fears was failing to be my mom's voice when...reactionscomments
My Initial Thoughts As A CaregiverJust before my mom was diagnosed with COPD, I was living in Central Florida working my dream job, at Disney World. Every...reactionscomments
Basics For Caregivers: MedicationsOne of the most intimidating tasks is keeping track of the medications. In the early stages the new medications are manageable, but...reactionscomments
Basics for Caregivers: Exercise and Respiratory TherapyYou will find other articles about the options for exercise and respiratory therapy, but what is your role as the caregiver for...reactions2comments
Don’t give up!Hi all, Well, the last two weeks have been bad with Dan being in hospital again. This is the second time in...reactions4comments
The FAQs of COPD Caregiving: Part 1No two ways around it -- COPD caregiving can be challenging and sometimes thankless. However, it can also be rewarding, if approached with...reactionscomments
What To Know Before Calling 911There may come a time when you need to call 911 for help, but how do you know if you should call...reactions6comments
