AwareGiver

Must-Know Legal Rights for Family Caregivers

Family caregivers shoulder enormous responsibility—but many don’t realize they also have important legal rights. From accessing medical records to protecting your job and even getting paid for your time, understanding...

Hurricane Evacuation Checklist for Caregivers

When the Storm Hits, Caregivers Step Up Caring for a loved one is already a full-time job—but when a hurricane is headed your way, everything changes. Evacuating with someone who...

You’re Not Alone: Essential Resources for Careg...

Being a caregiver can feel isolating—but it doesn’t have to be. From online communities to mental health support and practical planning tools, there are resources designed just for you. In...

The Top 10 Things Friends and Family Should NOT...

“The next time you feel the urge to offer advice to a caregiver, pause. Chances are, what they need isn’t another suggestion—they need support. A meal. A break. A little...

“When Love Isn’t Enough: Should Family Caregive...

Love is powerful—but is it enough to sustain the emotional, physical, and financial demands of caregiving? In this provocative post, we explore whether family caregivers should be paid for the...

Get It in Writing: Why Every Caregiver Needs Me...

As a caregiver, being present isn’t always enough—you need legal authority, too. In this post, we break down why having Medical Power of Attorney is essential, how to talk about...