Your Purpose Includes the Church

Your Purpose Includes the Church

Christ-pointing resources for families impacted by disability have never been more abundant than they are right now. It used to be that parents raising children with disabilities were reliant solely on medical professionals and school systems to guide them in...
The Power of Love: A Caregiver’s Anchor Point

The Power of Love: A Caregiver’s Anchor Point

I remember a time when our family was getting ready to leave the house on vacation. I was the rather typical mom hurrying to finish all the packing which included my personal things, helping each of the kids make sure they had critical items, gathering all the many...
Who or What Holds the Power in Your Caregiving Family?

Who or What Holds the Power in Your Caregiving Family?

There is so much to do! Are you with me? In the last month, I’ve spoken with at least a dozen parents who are deep into coordinating fall transitions for their children, and they are exhausted. I am hearing from young moms whose children are back in classrooms for the...
Building Your Powerhouse

Building Your Powerhouse

I don’t know about you, but we get weary over here at our house. We’re “Covid weary.” But truth be told, there are ongoing challenges that pre-date the pandemic. Things like quarantine, staffing shortages, and ongoing mysteries about how to ease our daughter’s health...
Thriving Caregivers Prioritize Soul Care

Thriving Caregivers Prioritize Soul Care

Sometimes I have an opportunity to escape being a mom, wife, and the primary caregiver to our adult daughter with Angelman Syndrome. It may just be for a couple of hours but one rather simple and satisfying way I can do this is to take a long bath and read a book or...
Respite Rhythms (Part 3): Pace Yourself!

Respite Rhythms (Part 3): Pace Yourself!

This is Part 3 in our series and Respite Rhythms and another installment in the ongoing discussion about the 8 Habits of Caregivers with a Robust Support System. Today, I’m sharing some “pro tips” for you to consider. These ideas have been gathered from personal...