‘CARE’
A documentary film about America's care systemAvailable from New Day Films / Visit caredocumentary.com
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As a resource for caregiving, public health awareness, and community support, Care Matters, LLC is spreading the word about "Care" — an insightful and deeply–moving film about the world of in–home elde...
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The Caring Corner
Distracted Driving: Don’t Let This Happen to You!
One text changed everything. Jake tells the story of how texting and driving caused him to sustain a spinal cord injury. (more…)
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Top 10 Tips to Stop Distracted Driving Before it Stops You
Attentive driving. There's not an app for that. Don't let texts, calls, or other distraction divert your eyes from the road ahead. (more…)
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The Power of Forgiveness: Why Revenge Hurts You More
Forgiving others not only makes you the “bigger person”, it also benefits your physical, emotional, and mental health. (more…)
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Caregivers Draw Support By Mapping Their Relationships
A care map is a helpful way to visually represent all the people and services involved in a family caregiving situation. (more…)
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How to Know if a Las Vegas Survivor Has Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
The psychological trauma of the Las Vegas tragedy will likely be great and experienced by not only those close in proximity to the crisis, but also many throughout the United States. It’s important for (more…)
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The Las Vegas Attack: How to Assist Victims of Traumatic Stress and Crisis Situations
Care Matters sends its thoughts to the victims, their families, and friends who were traumatized in the Las Vegas attack.
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In the coming days, weeks and months the psychological trauma in the aftermath of the Las Vegas tragedy will (more…)
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Advance Care Planning
Empowering You to Choose Medical Treatment Options
Advance care planning allows you to make decisions about the medical care you receive, and to communicate those decisions if you become unable to speak for yourself. By law, you have the right to choose or refuse medical care based on your personal values, beliefs, and any other factors that are important to you.
Why is Advance Care Planning Important?
If you are in an accident, suffer a job-related injury, or have a health condition that le...
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A Guide for Disabled Homebuyers
Having a home to call one’s own is a giant milestone millions of Americans strive to achieve. Becoming a homeowner brings with it a sense of pride and accomplishment, but the process of touring homes for sale and making an offer can be intimidating. (more…)
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Financial Steps to Prepare for Disability
Most financial experts advise to have at least six months of income in a rainy-day fund in case of an emergency or job loss. But even that isn't enough for someone unable to return to work due to a serious disability or (more…)
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