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We started this blog to show that you are never alone in your caregiving journey. Discover articles, tips, and stories covering the experience of caring for loved ones.

Articles and Resources

  • A happy older couple smiling and hugging, illustrating the joy and support found in caregiving relationships

    What is the South Dakota Medicaid HOPE Waiver?

    The Home and Community-Based Options and Person Centered Excellence (HOPE) Waiver is a Medicaid waiver program supporting care for nursing home-eligible individuals in non-nursing home settings with the goal of reducing costs. The program makes it possible for qualifying elderly recipients to remain in community settings, such as their own homes or independent…

    Read more: What is the South Dakota Medicaid HOPE Waiver?
  • A caregiver and her mother sharing a moment

    Get Paid to Be a Caregiver Through Connecticut Medicaid

    Family caregivers improve the quality of life and well-being of their loved ones across Connecticut. They often provide around-the-clock care at home including hands-on support with activities of daily living (ADLs), all while ensuring the health and safety of their loved one. Many caregivers don’t realize they can receive payment and support for…

    Read more: Get Paid to Be a Caregiver Through Connecticut Medicaid
  • Faces of Careforth: Connie Blanton

    Faces of Careforth: Connie Blanton

    At the heart of our mission are dedicated professionals who bring compassion, expertise, and unwavering commitment to the families we serve. This month, we’re proud to spotlight one of our incredible RN care coaches who has been with Careforth for the past two years: Connie Blanton.  With a strong clinical background and a…

    Read more: Faces of Careforth: Connie Blanton

Sharing Strength and Inspiration

Being a caregiver is complicated. Because looking after a loved one isn’t always easy. There are good days and bad. Laughter and tears. Challenges and victories. That’s why it’s so important to share stories. It’s how we connect with each other. And remember we’re not alone. 

Hear from Careforth caregivers. Their journeys may help guide or inspire yours.

Meriam

Meriam cares for her mother, Ruth, with the help of their Careforth care manager, Sue.

“I’m blessed because Careforth has allowed me to keep my mom at home where she wants to be.”

Richard

Richard cares for his mother, Gloria, with the help of their Careforth care manager, Caesar.

“It’s my mom. There’s only one mom you have in this world and I would not turn my back on her.”

An image of Richard with his mother Gloria

Bruce

Bruce cares for his nephew, Dan, with the help of their Careforth care manager, Lindsay.

“I could send a text, I could call, they would get right back to me. Our Careforth care team knows the ropes and it’s just comforting to know that.”

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