Caregiver Information
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service. The American Cancer Society is just a phone call away. Dial-1-800-227-2345 and you'll be connected with one of our cancer information specialist who is ready to help you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We can even help those who speak a language other than English or Spanish find the help they need. Or you can visit us online at www.cancer.org.
Gail Keele: A Caregiver's Story
When she took part in her local American Cancer Society Relay For Life® this summer, Gail Keele wondered whether the special lap for caregivers included those who had lost their loved ones.
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Spotlight on Spring Cleaning
Are you spring cleaning? You can start here! Spring is a good time to make sure your loved one has important documents like advance directives in place and up-to-date. Advance directives often include a living will, a health care proxy and after-death wishes. Find out more about important caregiver documents.
Sandra Day O'Connor
Associate Supreme Court Justice (Ret.)
"Most people never expect that one day they will have to assume the role of a caregiver. Whether it is taking care of a spouse, parent, child, or neighbor, the role of a family caregiver can be very demanding, both physically and emotionally. I applaud the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for highlighting the issue of caregiving and providing a resource that may help with the tough challenges family caregivers face."
Free should be cheap enough – have your loved one get a free flu shot today! Encourage your loved one to get these free shots once a year during flu season. For more information, view Your Guide to Medicare's Preventive Services
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