Dear President (Kerry / Bush)

Congratulations on winning (election / re-election) to the highest office in the land. As you well know, our already divided nation was tested to its limits during this seemingly endless campaign season and I sincerely hope that you are dedicated to taking immediate and honest steps to bring us together under your leadership. 

Mr. President, if I may be so bold as to make suggestions, I vehemently urge you to pay attention to the needs of a huge and under-appreciated voting bloc, 54 million strong - the family caregiver. Mr. President, the true burden of the American healthcare system has been unfairly placed squarely upon the shoulders of these heroes on a daily basis. If all family caregivers went on strike today, you would have to find almost 200 billion dollars each and every year to replace the work they do for their loved ones for no salary and with little support.

Mr. President, we just hosted our second annual Phoenix Fearless Caregivers conference with the Region One Area Agency on Aging and in attendance was a representative of the Democratic governor, Janet Napolitano and the Republican senator, John Kyl.  In what could be a bi-partisan model not seen in recent times, these elected officials understood that they have a duty to the hundreds of Arizona caregivers in the audience, not to mention that 54 million Americans with good memories can certainly affect the course of state if not national politics.

Please understand, Mr. President, that we as a nation stand behind you in these troubled times, but we also need you to stand behind us and our loved ones. We will be watching you and the Congress as medicare, drug reimportation., medical research, and tax relief for caregivers are being decided and we will be sharing our feelings and findings with our fellow caregivers.

Sincerely,

Gary Barg
Editor-in-Chief
gary@caregiver.com

Caregivers,

We look forward to seeing you in Connecticut next month. 

 

Today's Caregiver magazine Supports Your Conference
	Non-profit organizations: Contact us and we will provide complimentary magazines for your conference attendees.  All you pay is shipping and handling. Don't miss this opportunity! To sign up, click here.
Feature Story
Living With Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder may recur throughout an individual’s life if they have had it before. Those who are being treated do lead quality lives, but about 25% of those diagnosed have regular symptoms throughout.  .. ...Continued
Related Article: The Caregiver's Role While the clinical care for a relative with bipolar disorder lies in the hands of psychiatrists and health professionals, your involvement as the caregiver is of vital importance...Continued
Take advantage of our Special Anniversary Offer: A two-year subscription to the Today's Caregiver magazine for only $25.00. (REGULARLY $32.00)  If you are not 100% satisfied with your choice, you may cancel anytime within 90 days of your order, and you will receive a full refund. Visit the Caregiver.com Online Mall Today at http://www.caregiver.com/mall/index.htm
Guest Column
A Loss Greater Than Death by Annie Burgamy Pa Pa’s sun-burnt, smiling face disguises well the loss he is already experiencing; only his voice betrays him, “Joan who is playing today?” Pa Pa asks over and over again. ...Continued
CareTips
FUN-Damental Holiday Stress Busters Although anyone in any profession can experience increased stress during the holidays, healthcare professionals are especially vulnerable.....Continued
CareKids
Staying Dry At School By Hilary Gibson, Staff Writer
When children begin going to school, most people assume that they will have very little problem with the issue of going to the bathroom.....Continued
From Our Readers
Carenotes
I've just moved here to Gilroy, Ca.. the father of my children is a diabetic and isn't taking proper care of himself. So I've decided to see if I'm able to be his caregiver. I'm wondering what I need to do or whom I need to get in touch with. He is 100% disabled and gets help from SSI & Medical. I have been a caregiver before but in a different county. But it just got transferred over to me because my friend took care of it with her mom's worker. So if you could help me in any way I would appreciate it. Thank You AA
Answer This Week's CareNote: carenotes/2004/index.htm
If there are articles you'd like to read and haven't seen, send us your ideas at: editor@caregiver.com Have an idea for an article? We are always looking for contributing writers. For more information contact nancy@caregiver.com Recommend Us Tell your friends about Caregiver.com! Subscription Information If you received this newsletter and are not yet a subscriber, and would like to begin receiving a copy of your own, please visit our site - http://www.caregiver.com/subscribe/subscribe_newsletter.htm - type in your email address and click on [subscribe] in the e-newsletter box. Subscription is  free. Unsubscribe To unsubscribe from this newsletter, simply reply to this email with the word "UNSUBSCRIBE" in the subject line.  Privacy Policy Privacy Statement http://www.caregiver.com/privacy/index.htm
Copyright © 1995-2004 Caregiver.com Inc., All rights reserved. All rights reserved by Caregiver.com and its subsidiaries.