Tag: Beating the Isolation Trap
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Speak. Trust. Receive. A Caregiver’s Prayer When You Don’t Understand
Sometimes the most powerful thing a caregiver can do is admit, “I don’t understand—but I trust You.” That was one of the messages at the heart of our August 20th family caregivers meeting. We gathered for an afternoon of what I call Care & Prayer, where group members fellowship, have honest conversations, and find encouragement. Our…
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Why Family Caregivers Inspired My Book
The author reflects on their deep love for her sister and mother, emphasizing the pressure of caregiving after a divorce. Despite seeking help, she felt isolated and responsible for her family without a support network. Establishing a caregiver support group has become a passion, aiming to provide understanding and resources. She wrote a book to…
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As Seen On… Awesome G…
Awesome Gang recently featured Beating the Isolation Trap, sharing the story behind the book, why I wrote it, and my passion for helping family caregivers overcome isolation and reconnect with hope.
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Family Caregivers Strike Up Friendship at the Bowling Alley 🎳
Sometimes the best support group doesn’t meet around a table. “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” Psalm 133:1 What a joy-filled afternoon! This week, our MBC Caregivers traded our usual meeting space for bowling shoes, pizza, laughter, and wonderful fellowship at Bowlero Lucky Strike in Ocala. We bowled two games on two lanes, cheered each…
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Making Connection for a Better Church Experience
The seminar “Inclusion and Advocacy in the Church,” co-facilitated by Chatequa Pinkston, highlighted the underrepresentation of individuals with disabilities in churches, with 80% of affected families reportedly not attending. Advocating for inclusivity and building supportive communities can empower caregiver families and enhance church participation, fostering connection and understanding among members.
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What! You too?
“Friendship … is born at the moment when one man says to another, ‘What! You too? I thought that no one but myself… And instantly they stand together in an immense solitude.” – C.S. Lewis’ The Four Loves. In my book, I discuss practical ways to combat isolation, and forming friendships is one of the best. Finding people who…
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Doctor’s Visit Days for Caregivers
Doctor’s visit days can be exhausting, right? How about doing it for your sister who is wheelchair bound and the appointment is over an hour away! It’s no walk in the park. But it’s worth it and necessary. And because it is, we start days ahead planning for the trip: Which vehicle? Which wheelchair? If…