November is National Caregivers Month. I want to take this time to acknowledge the important role that family, friends and neighbors play in caring for sick, elderly and disabled friends and relatives.
According to the Family Caregiver Alliance, a caregiver refers to “anyone who provides assistance to someone else who is, in some degree, incapacitated and needs help. This can mean taking care of your sick partner, an aging parent or a child with a disability. It is a hard job that often goes without much reciprocity. Caregivers offer a range of services, including emotional and spiritual support, assistance with financial matters, transportation and home- and health-related services.
I encourage you to show your appreciation with a simple social media posting or organize an event to bring awareness to the growing number of caregivers in our communities across America.