What to Do

If only someone could show or tell us exactly what to do to get through a health journey, life would be less complex. But maybe what has worked for others could help you, too.

10 Ways to Help During a Health Crisis

CaringBridge families confirm that one of the most well-intended but unhelpful phrases heard during a health crisis is: “If you need anything, just call me.” “I appreciate the gestur...

How to Deal With Isolation: 8 Tips

Isolation is an experience many of us encounter at various stages in our lives. Whether by choice or circumstance, the loneliness that often comes with isolation can make days seem longer and even mak...

16 Ways to Support Someone with Cancer

When a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, you may have a million questions running through your head. How should I react? What should I say? How can I help? We asked our CaringBridge commun...

7 Helpful Ways to Show Someone You Love Them

Love is more than just three simple words. You can see it everyday – from the man walking his beloved pup down the street, to the woman helping her neighbor carry her groceries in from the car. ...

9 Ways to Comfort Someone Who Needs It

One of the biggest challenges about going through struggles is often the feelings of loneliness and isolation that accompany it. It can mean so much when you show up to offer comfort and hope&nbs...

How to Build a Strong Support System

Facing a difficult health journey can make you feel vulnerable and isolated. From injury recovery to cancer treatment, it can be challenging to focus on healing if you don’t have a solid support sys...

Raising Money for Caregiver Support

Pictured above is the Erickson family, whose story is part of the CaringBridge How We Heal Series. Being a family caregiver can be a stressful role in more ways than one. Watching aloved one go throug...