Marcy’s Corner 2022
Spring break is almost here, and many of us are looking forward to some much-needed rest and relaxation. If you're a caregiver for a loved one, however, taking a break can be challenging. That's why we're excited to share our new segment, Marcy's Corner, created by one of our caregivers, Marcy Thomas. Marcy has gathered a wealth of helpful resources and tips to help others on their caregiving journey. Check out Marcy's Corner on our website and discover the latest tools and strategies to help you and your loved one thrive. #caregiving #strokecare #caregivertips #austinspeechlabs
Here are the Spring resources:
1) Making Friends as an adult: When we’re young, it’s easy to take making friends for granted. Our relationships brokered on the playground, in the dorm, and at early jobs come with ease and expectedness. But when we grow older, and our attention becomes commandeered by responsibility (and often romantic love), it becomes clear that making friends as an adult is… hard. In this article, Maria Shriver helps us navigate what it means to make new friends as adults. https://www.mariashriversundaypaper.com/how-to-make-new-friends/
2) Helpful Tax Return Info: If you have modest income, you may be able to boost your tax return using the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). For more information, be sure to visit: https://www.aarp.org/money/taxes/info-2023/how-to-get-the-earned-income-tax-credit.html
3) Have you ever considered journaling? There is no one right way to journal; all who practice it find the focus and style that work for them. To read more about journaling (and how to get started), visit: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/basics/info-2021/family-caregiver-journal/
4) Sibling Caregivers: If you have questions about what it means to care for your sibling, this article by Paul Wynn will help you navigate your role as a sibling and a caregiver. https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/sibling-caregivers-share-rewards-challenges
5) Day to Day Challenges as A Caregiver: As most of us have experienced, day-to-day life with our loved ones who have experienced a stroke can be challenging at times. In the article below, John Espy shares with us what it was like for him after his wife had surgery and developed a brain bleed. To read more of his story, you can read: https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/spouse-changed-after-stroke-but-character-persists
6) Medical Equipment for the Home: If you or your loved ones are in need of new mobility/home medical equipment, visit: https://www.discountramps.com/mobility-products/c/3000-2/
7) New Research for Stroke Recovery: In a recent article in Nature Medicine it was cited that pulses of electricity delivered to a precise location on the spinal cord have helped two stroke patients regain control of a disabled arm and hand. To read more about this treatment, read: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/02/20/1158000658/spinal-stimulation-can-improve-arm-and-hand-movement-years-after-a-stroke
8) HEB wellness program: For those of you who shop at HEB, you might want to look into their new Wellness Program https://www.heb.com/wellness