Toula's Tips for Caregivers

You are doing your best.No one prepared you to be a caregiver. You did it because you care. I know you care because you are here. I know you want to be a better caregiver because you listen to these podcasts and visit important websites, like CircleOf.com. Your next step is to take some action. I want to help you to begin the New Year right. I want to show you how you can become a

Will your holidays be Merry and Bright?Christmas is supposed to be a joyous and holy time for us all.However, for caregivers, like you and me, it can also be a stressful, difficult time. The extra stress of trying to make the Season special and meaningful for our loved one is hard enough. Adding in family dynamics can really change the mood fast.That is why you need to listen to th

Caregiving requires TeamworkDo you want a team of people around you for when you need help or advice? My new friends at “Circleof.com” can help. With their new APP, you can reduce the stress and hassle of finding people to help. You can create a circle of people around you to provide support. AND, you can make it easier for those around you to help youThis App will keep you fro

Are you taking care of yourself “from the neck up”?You should – your brain is also the only one you will ever have. That is why, for all my veterans friends and caregivers of veterans, I WANT YOU to REGISTER today for a Free “Brain Health Awareness Webinar this Tuesday, June 1st, from 11am to 12Noon.Register at alzfdn.org/event/veterans/The webinar is provided by the Alzhei

Should you say, “It’s a RAPP”?If you want to help build a stronger community of seniors and caregivers, you should.If you want to help the many grandparents and relatives who are caring for their grandchildren or school-age relatives, you must.Most Importantly - I NEED YOUR HELP in spreading the word about Aging True’s RAPP Program in Duval and Clay Counties, Florida.In thi

It is a stressful decision. But you know that it will be the best decision for your loved one.You know that someday you may have to think about bringing your loved one in a place that can provide more care. It may be a rehab facility, an assisted living facility (ALF), or a nursing home. Your loved one comes first and most important.I want to help you to prepare NOW for the crucial

The tables have turned for you. Are you okay?It used to be that work was the most important duty in your life. Your family and loved ones were there for love and support.Now, you are caring for that most important loved one. But you still have to work. I understand. The tables turned on me in 2012, when I became the main caregiver for my parents.But I still had to work, providing o

Caregiving is a reflection of your love.All that you do for your loved one (often unappreciated), and all the mistakes you feel you made by trying to be a better caregiver. The times you resist the urge to fix your loved one’s problems.That is your Valentine Story. In this podcast of Toula’s Tips for Caregivers, my guest shares her Caregiver Valentine Story with you. Terri Bart

You are not alone in your caregiving role.I know. You hear me say that all the time. That is why I introduce new people who are here to help you.In Northeast Florida, there is another MAJOR PLAYER for caregivers and seniors like you. Aging True is a non-profit, charitable organization that enables seniors to stay home and be independent. In this podcast, I talk with Megan Taylor, C

My latest podcast is because I care for you.I share this message with you every year – Take Care Of Yourself, especially during the holidays.ESPECIALLY DURING THIS COVID-19 PANDEMIC.My podcast is the recording of my presentation during the Caregiver Coalition of NE Florida’s recent webinar.I talk about how you can be COPING WITH THE HOLIDAYS. I share some important information