Caregivers

Keeping Your Loved One Safe Around Water: Essential Tips for Caregivers

May 28, 2025

As the warmer seasons approach, so does our concern for water safety, especially for those caring for older adults, individuals living with dementia, and people with disabilities. Whether it’s a…

Recognizing the Signs: How to Help an Older Loved One at Home

January 22, 2025

Caring for an aging parent or other senior loved one can be a rewarding experience, but it can also present challenges. As our parents, grandparents or other family members grow…

Saving Superwoman: CICOA Caregiver Helps Others Overcome Burnout Through Self Care

October 4, 2023

How do you focus on your wellbeing amid everything that you’re experiencing in life and work? This question has been the focus of April Ervin’s personal and professional life for…

‘This is my Caryn, and she’s from CICOA’

May 31, 2023

Indianapolis woman receives comfort and support from CICOA’s CareAware caregiver support counselor Pauline Dillard wasn’t interested in dating. A single mom who had raised four kids, Pauline was focused on…

8 Challenges of Aging: Financial Security Starts With Getting a Lay of the Land

April 19, 2023

If your partner takes care of all the finances, it’s time to get involved. If you provide care for a loved one but have no idea about their finances, it’s…

8 Challenges of Aging: Getting Older Doesn’t Have to Mean a Change of Address

March 20, 2023

Most seniors want to live in their own homes as they age. While about a third of people age 65 and older need assistance with at least one activity of…

8 Challenges of Aging: Empowerment & Purpose

February 23, 2023

Tips to help you and your loved one lead an empowered, joyful life Me first. That sounds a little selfish, doesn’t it? Good. That was my intent. I know what…

Recognizing and Supporting Family Caregivers Who Give Selflessly Every Day

October 19, 2022

I didn’t see myself as a caregiver. I was 16 years old, juggling high school and extracurriculars and just trying to help my family. That’s when my grandmother was diagnosed…

5 Tips to Reduce Stress During the Holidays

December 9, 2021

The holiday season is here, and you may be feeling the stress of endless to-do lists, travel and other traditions that take place this time of year. If you’re caring…

Is It Safe for Mom to Live Alone?

April 30, 2021

It’s not easy coming to terms with the fact that a parent’s health is declining. Parents often are reluctant to admit they may need help or that they can’t continue…