November is National Family Caregiver Month 
National Family Caregivers Month (NFC Month) — observed every
November — is a nationally recognized month celebrated to draw
attention to the many challenges facing family caregivers, advocate
for stronger public policy to address family caregiving issues, and
raise awareness about community programs that support family
caregivers. NFC Month is a time to thank, support, educate, and
celebrate more than 50 million family caregivers across the country.
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NFC information
President's Proclamation
Excerpt from the President's Proclamation: "Our
country is blessed to have millions of compassionate citizens who
bring love and support to family members and friends who are
chronically ill, elderly, or disabled. During National Family
Caregivers Month, we recognize these kind individuals who give of
their hearts, resources, and energy to assist loved ones in need."
Read entire proclamation by viewing link below.
President's Proclamation
NYSOFA Director Neal Lane's Caregiver
Statement
Excerpt from Director Lane's statement: "The New
York State Office for the Aging is pleased to honor New York
caregivers during November -- National Family Caregiver Month. These
are the family, friends and neighbors who selflessly give of
themselves to help support older people and adults with disabilities
as well as grandparents and other older relatives who care for
children..... This year’s theme emphasizes the need for caregivers
to protect their health in order to have a more satisfying life and
be better able to provide their loved one with the best care
possible."
Director Lane's Statement
Medicare Beneficiaries - Open Enrollment Nov 15 - Dec
31st
Remind caregivers that Medicare Beneficiaries may
change plans during the Annual Coordinated Election Period, November
15 to December 31. CMS has provided a pre-formatted article for
agencies to use in their newsletters to promote the Fall Enrollment
Campaign for Medicare Part D.
Medicare
web site or call 1-800-Medicare
Details and "drop-in"
article
Caregiving Themes Featured in Comic Strip
Canadian cartoonist Lynn Johnston has an uncanny sense of the
daily struggles and joys of parents and children, across the
generations. Recent comic strips have featured the complexities of
caregiving. Visit the site and sign up for a free e-mail
subscription. Caregiving issues featured in this cartoon series may
be useful for incorporating into presentations (be sure to comply
with copyright rules).
Meet Grandpa Jim
Meet Jim Richards. Active senior and WWII veteran. Living in
large, modern seniors' complex, with his wife, Iris. Loves music,
and when he’s up to it, he plays in a band called "The New Bentwood
Rockers". Loves to spend time with daughter Elly and her family
(also loves the silence when they all go home). Reminisces about the
war times with his buddies at the local legion, guys who are fewer
in number every year. Heart and back problems confine him sometimes,
and he’s not as patient as he used to be, but his sense of humor and
his love for his wife, Iris, keep him going strong. View description
of all characters
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Search Feature added to Caregiver Web Site
As
more information is added to the Caregiver Resource Center web site,
it becomes challenging to locate materials. To address this
situation, we have added a search feature on the home page. Simply
enter a keyword, press the button, and a list of "hits" will appear.
We will be redesigning and adding resources to the web site in
the coming months, so we welcome submission of materials as well as
suggestions for improvement. Please e-mail Laura Cameron at the
e-mail link in upper right column of this e-News.
Caregiver Resource Site
