Caregiving Advice

There is no template for family caregiving, and no perfect way to do the hardest job no one ever applies for. But good advice can come from those who have also walked the path.

8 Tips to Care for Siblings of a Sick Child

To parent or care for a sick child is all-consuming—and to be a parent or caregiver of more than one child during this difficult time can seem impossible. But as a parent or caregiver, you know it i...

The Importance of Managing Fatigue for Caregivers

Caring for someone you love can be demanding and exhausting, especially if they suffer from a chronic illness or are elderly. Caregiving can range from assisting with daily tasks like cooking and clea...

How to Navigate Caring for Cancer Patients

Pictured above is Courtney Lamb, whose story is part of the CaringBridge How We Heal Series. While nurses, doctors and medical staff play a critical role in caring for cancer patients, day-to-day care...

Advice for Caring for a Cancer Patient at Home

Pictured above is Jen and Nic Ndegwa, whose story is part of the CaringBridge How We Heal Series. Caring for a cancer patient at home can be a demanding job. If you’re new to the cancer caregiving p...

7 Helpful Tips for Long Distance Caregivers

Maybe you have an aging parent who lives a few hours away. Or, maybe one of your children who lives out of state has recently suffered an injury. You want to be near them and care for them, but distan...