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Fundraiser for Sparta Area Cancer Support in Honor of National Family Caregivers Month

November 2, 2015 March 11, 2021

November is National Family Caregivers Month. It’s a good time to remember those who are suffering with cancer and their caregivers. This disease has a devastating impact on our loved ones and their caregivers. The physical, emotional, and financial toll is heavy. Through the Sparta Area Cancer Support (SACs) organization, our community has done an …

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Beautiful Video Tribute to Cancer Caregivers

October 22, 2015 March 11, 2021

November is National Caregivers Month. In honor of National Caregiver’s Month and caregivers everywhere we offer this heartfelt tribute to caregivers. It contains photos of real caregivers and a glimpse at their realty. Accompanied by a beautiful original song, this video speaks of the pain and heartbreak of being a caregiver to a loved one. …

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New Book Released for Cancer Caregivers

October 22, 2015 March 11, 2021

Susan’s latest book supporting cancer caregivers has been released. It has been updated to include additional ways caregivers can compassionately take better care of themselves and their loved ones. “Cocoon of Love for Cancer Caregivers: Get Through the Tough Times” provides many practical and helpful tips, compassion and encouragement to help cancer caregivers deal with …

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National Stress Awareness Day, Thursday 16 April 2015

April 14, 2015 March 11, 2021

There seems to be an epidemic. People are stressed. You can see it on their faces and hear it in their voices. With all that is going on in the world, is it any wonder people are stressed? Add to that all the demands of day-to-day living and you have a recipe for disaster. The …

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Happy Siblings Day!

April 10, 2015 March 11, 2021

Did you know that April 10, 2015 is National Siblings Day? It’s a day for celebrating and recognizing brothers and sisters. Siblings may have either one or both parents in common. Claudia Evart established National Siblings Day after losing both of her siblings at a young age. She selected April 10th as the day to …

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Caregiver’s Life Message in a Candy Wrapper

March 27, 2015 March 11, 2021

Many of us have been there. Sometimes you just have a yearning for a little piece of chocolate. Eating that little piece of chocolate isn’t just a matter of pleasing your taste buds. There’s a known relationship between chocolate and endorphins. Endorphins are used by your neurons to communicate with each other. Eating chocolate can …

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Happy World Book Day!

March 5, 2015 March 11, 2021

Picking five favorite books is like picking the five body parts you’d most like not to lose. ~ Neil Gaiman ~ Never underestimate the power of the page! In this age of being constantly bombarded by a host of media and social media, we have information overload. Do you read as much as you did …

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

February 14, 2015 March 11, 2021

At a time when the world seems to be in turmoil and there’s so much to think about in our personal lives, as well, it is nice to have a day to step back and pause, relax, and ponder the good things in life.

Here’s to Spring!

May 2, 2014 March 11, 2021

We’ve been waiting for what seems like an eternity! The calendar says it is the beginning of May. It is dreary and rainy. There is a damp chill in the air. The trees are starting to spew forth all sorts of strange-looking things into the air and on the ground. Today I had to turn …

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We are pleased to announce our second book in the “Cocoon of Love™” Series!

October 14, 2013 March 11, 2021

It’s a beautiful and encouraging read for anyone who is a caregiver. Title: Cocoon of Love™ for Cancer Caregivers Subtitle: Get Through the Tough Times, Surround Your Loved One and Yourself with Love When You Need It Most With the aging population, there are more and more cancer caregivers. Although there are many books on …

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