Resources for Caregivers & Care Providers
Lists of tip sheets Eliana’s Light co-created with specialists on relaxation, coping, calming touch, financial planning, and emergency preparation for families with children who have complex medical conditions.
Compilation of Wellness Resources for Caregivers During Time of COVID-19 from collaborating organization, Integrative Touch: https://www.integrativetouch.org/wellness-resources.
Downloadable Madhubani Painting, which is a mandala-style coloring page for older youth and adults.
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Addiction Group: To provide an informational web guide created for people struggling with substance use disorders (SUD), alcohol use disorders (AUD), and co-occurring mental health disorders.
A Letter for You: To collect and give letters from survivors (of abuse, trauma, etc.) to survivors, sharing kindness, hope, and encouragement.
A Mother’s Rest: To make recuperative respite available & affordable for parents & caregivers who have loved ones with extra challenges.
Caregiver Action Network: To improve the quality of life for the more than 90 million Americans who care for loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, disease, or the frailties of old age. Manages a Family Caregiver Toolkit, communities, and other resources.
Caregiver Guide For Those Caring For Others With Mesothelioma. While this guide was specifically designed for those caring for others who have been diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma, the tips are broadly applicable.
Center for Mind Body Medicine: Various resources (e.g. videos) about techniques for self-care and relaxation.
Drug and Alcohol Treatment Resources for Caregivers. The Recovery Village offers many resources for caregivers, including a hotline 888-506-8919.
Family Care Navigator: To provide a searchable (by zipcode) database of resources for caregivers. Developed by the Family Caregiver Alliance. DC: https://www.caregiver.org/state-list-views?field_state_tid=156; MD: https://www.caregiver.org/state-list-views?field_state_tid=79; VA: https://www.caregiver.org/state-list-views?field_state_tid=105
Family Caregiver Alliance: To improve the quality of life for caregivers and those they care for through information, services, and advocacy.
Hay House: Free access to podcasts, meditations, and other resources that can help relieve stress and anxiety.
Kadamba Tree Foundation: To support family caregivers in finding effective ways to thrive through life’s challenges.
National Alliance for Caregiving: To conduct research and policy analysis, develop national best-practice programs, and increase public awareness of family caregiving issues.
Nonprofit Wellness: To offer wellness skills to K-12 teachers and other world changers. Our science-backed workshops and curriculum are active, engaging, and rooted in our lived experiences.
Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving: To support caregivers – both family and professional – through efforts of advocacy, education, research, and service. They offer a list of resources you can access by clicking here.
Tools, tips, guidance from VA Caregiver Support that are relevant to caregivers of children with complex medical conditions: https://www.caregiver.va.gov/pdfs/NationalFamilyCaregiverMonth_Introduction.pdf
Facebook Groups DC, MD, & VA Parents Have Highlighted To Us As Being Helpful:
DC Area Special Needs Families
DC Metro Area Hydrocephalus Association Community Network
DC Preemie Parents
DC Special Kids
Exceptional Moms
Micro-Preemie Support Network
Parent of Kids with Epilepsy & Seizures
Sensory Processing Disorder Advocacy
Sensory Processing Disorder Support
Special Needs Helping Each Other During COVID-19
Special Needs Parents of Virginia
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Guest blog from Sophie Letts:
“Protecting Your Mental Health During the Pandemic”: (Click here for downloadable PDF.)
To contact Sophie, please email Sophie.Letts@meditationhelp.net.
Guest blogs from Dylan Foster :
“Accessibility Home Remodeling On A Budget” (Click here for downloadable PDF.)
“Money-Making Ideas for Stay-At-Home Parents On a Tight Budget”: (Click here for downloadable PDF.)
“Budget-Friendly Ways to Reduce Stress Without Leaving Your Home” (Click here for downloadable PDF.)
To contact Dylan, please email Dylan@healthwellwise.com.
Guest blog from Stephanie Haywood:
“How Your Family Can Be More Charitable”. (Click here for downloadable PDF.)
To contact Stephanie, please email shaywood@mylifeboost.com.
Guest blog from Carrie Spencer:
“Top Affordable Gifts for Kids That Aren’t Apps or Video Games” (Click here for downloadable PDF.)
To contact Carrie, please email info@thespenceradventures.net.