Being a caregiver can be a beautiful gift to another and a wonderful insight and gift to the self. Although, some people may not be ready to jump into the caregiving role without some guidance and help to learn the most important aspects of care. Taking steps to ensure that your new caregiver succeeds is…
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One of the most important, needed and beneficial jobs in the world is being a caregiver to your ailing spouse, relative, friend or neighbor. As caregivers, we are often needed in a multitude of capacities from handyman, appointment drivers, hair-holders, shoulders to cry on, or simply a quiet person there to help ease the pain…
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In most caregiving situations, one person is designated the primary caregiver, and many other able-bodies individuals offer up their time on an as needed, or as scheduled basis. Studies done on these types of situations show that one person is often the “go to” for all aspects of communication about the situation and patient. This…
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After your cancer treatment ends, you may find yourself lost in a fog of the “old” life you remember. Things that once brought a smile to your lips are now just something else that happened on a regular day. Many people believe that once the treatment is done, you will simply bounce back into your…
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For those hearing of their cancer diagnosis for the first time, it can be a devastating and a life changing moment. Not only is your body damaged and full of this potential killer, but your mental health is also instantly altered. In today’s day and age, cancer is no longer simply the a word, and…
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Kyle Miron is not only a brain cancer survivor, but also a local to Indiana. After his successful battle against brain cancer, he became a cancer advocate and authored the book, “Brain Status Unremarkable” to highlight his methods, tips, and thought process living with cancer. One of his favorite quotes, from the movie The Departed,…
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We are thrilled to welcome the Colorectal Cancer Alliance as a resource partner! The Colorectal Cancer Alliance believes that intimacy and sexuality are vital parts of human life and have worked to de-stigmatize sexual dysfunction and sexual health with colorectal health & cancer. Colorectal cancers are one of the top cancers known to directly affect…
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Cancer touches lives differently, including the personal physical, mental, and emotional tolls- no matter where you stand in the journey. This is true for the cancer patient, their friends, their families, their medical care teams- and most importantly, those “previvors” who will now face a heightened risk for cancer due to the possible inherited gene…
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