Practical Help for the Caregiving Journey
Caregiving often requires much more than compassion.
It requires information, organization, planning, problem-solving, and access to resources.
The Edel Caregiver Institute has assembled trusted tools, educational resources, and community connections to help caregivers navigate the challenges of supporting a loved one.
Whether you are caring for someone living with dementia, heart disease, cancer, Parkinson’s disease, or another serious illness, these resources can help make the journey a little easier.
Getting Started
Many caregivers tell us they don’t know where to begin.
If you are new to caregiving, start here:
Essential Caregiver Checklist
- Create a list of medications
- Gather insurance information
- Identify healthcare providers
- Discuss healthcare wishes
- Complete Advance Directives
- Organize important documents
- Build a support network
Planning Ahead
Preparing today can reduce stress tomorrow.
Helpful planning resources include:
Advance Directives
Advance care planning helps ensure healthcare wishes are understood and respected.
Five Wishes®
A simple and widely respected planning tool that helps individuals communicate personal, emotional, spiritual, and medical preferences.
POLST Information
For individuals living with serious illness or advanced frailty, POLST forms help guide medical decisions during emergencies.
