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It's National Caregiver's Day!

There are millions of people who care on a daily basis for their elderly family, family with special needs or family struggling with mental illness that deserve our respect and admiration.The challenging role of caregiving trying and taxing to the provider of care. We salute all caregivers that put their family first. Do you know a caregiver you would like to salute today?#nationalcaregiversday #sharingiscaring #carechat #eldercare #seniorcare #familycaregiver #familycaregiving #alzheimersawareness #Alzchat #facesofalheimers #purpletribeFor more of Mama's timeless quotes and my timely caregiving advice, check out my latest book called Mama Peaches' Hot Slices of Wisdom and find out why social media and everyone in between can't get enough of the award-winning Mama Peaches and Me caregiving books! It's the perfect gift for the holidays. Available now on Amazon.com! Get updates on events, caregiving news, inspiration, a list of my current books, and so much more at www.CHANEYspeaks.com.Click here to join our growing family caregiving community today!

It's Monday, so here is your "Mama Peaches and Me" quote!

Here's your Mama Peaches' nugget of wisdom for the week! Don't forget to share mama's wisdom with others.For more of Mama's timeless quotes and my timely caregiving advice, check out my latest book called Mama Peaches' Hot Slices of Wisdom and find out why social media and everyone in between can't get enough of the award-winning Mama Peaches and Me caregiving books! It's the perfect gift for the holidays. Available now on Amazon.com! Get updates on events, caregiving news, inspiration, a list of my current books, and so much more at www.CHANEYspeaks.com.Click here to join our growing family caregiving community today!WANTED: Volunteered Facebook Community ModeratorsSearching for Volunteered Content Moderators for the new "Mama Peaches and Me" Facebook Community Group which is devoted to encouraging and supporting family caregivers of aging loved one. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Working with the Administration Team to contribute to creative and engaging posts. Providing an initial review of Facebook Group Members' comments to ensure they meet defined standards. Assisting with ad hoc projects. Offering feedback to the Administration Team to help improve tools, policies, and procedures. The position requires excellent communication skills, as well as resourcefulness, and ingenuity in solving problems, dependability, attention to detail, and ability to work with minimal supervision while managing assigned responsibilities. Great opportunity to impact the global caregiving community while connecting with family caregivers and caregiving professionals around the world. All interested individuals are invited to emailed CHANEYspeaks@gmail with their interest and qualifications.

It's Monday, so here's your Mama Peaches and Me quote!

Here's your Mama Peaches' nugget of wisdom for the week! Don't forget to share mama's wisdom with others.For more of Mama's timeless quotes and my timely caregiving advice, check out my latest book called Mama Peaches' Hot Slices of Wisdom and find out why social media and everyone in between can't get enough of the award-winning Mama Peaches and Me caregiving books! It's the perfect gift for the holidays. Available now on Amazon.com! Get updates on events, caregiving news, inspiration, a list of my current books, and so much more at www.CHANEYspeaks.com.Click here to join our growing family caregiving community today!WANTED: Volunteered Facebook Community ModeratorsSearching for Volunteered Content Moderators for the new "Mama Peaches and Me" Facebook Community Group which is devoted to encouraging and supporting family caregivers of aging loved one. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Working with the Administration Team to contribute to creative and engaging posts. Providing an initial review of Facebook Group Members' comments to ensure they meet defined standards. Assisting with ad hoc projects. Offering feedback to the Administration Team to help improve tools, policies, and procedures. The position requires excellent communication skills, as well as resourcefulness, and ingenuity in solving problems, dependability, attention to detail, and ability to work with minimal supervision while managing assigned responsibilities. Great opportunity to impact the global caregiving community while connecting with family caregivers and caregiving professionals around the world. All interested individuals are invited to emailed CHANEYspeaks@gmail with their interest and qualifications.

It's Monday, so here's your Mama Peaches & Me quote!

Here's your Mama Peaches' nugget of wisdom for the week! Don't forget to share mama's wisdom with others.For more of Mama's timeless quotes and my timely caregiving advice, check out my latest book called Mama Peaches' Hot Slices of Wisdom and find out why social media and everyone in between can't get enough of the award-winning Mama Peaches and Me caregiving books! It's the perfect gift for the holidays. Available now on Amazon.com! Get updates on events, caregiving news, inspiration, a list of my current books, and so much more at www.CHANEYspeaks.com.WANTED: Volunteered Facebook Community ModeratorsSearching for Volunteered Content Moderators for the new "Mama Peaches and Me" Facebook Community Group which is devoted to encouraging and supporting family caregivers of aging loved one. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Working with the Administration Team to contribute to creative and engaging posts. Providing an initial review of Facebook Group Members' comments to ensure they meet defined standards. Assisting with ad hoc projects. Offering feedback to the Administration Team to help improve tools, policies, and procedures. The position requires excellent communication skills, as well as resourcefulness, and ingenuity in solving problems, dependability, attention to detail, and ability to work with minimal supervision while managing assigned responsibilities. Great opportunity to impact the global caregiving community while connecting with family caregivers and caregiving professionals around the world. All interested individuals are invited to emailed CHANEYspeaks@gmail with their interest and qualifications.

Publicly Sharing My Caregiving Message!

Wow, had an amazing time with this young hearted faith-based group in Georgia as I shared the good, bad, and ugly of family caregiving!!!! Thanks, to Mrs. Doris, Mrs. Betty, and the entire group for being the best hosts. If your faith-based organization could benefit from learning more about the ministry of family caregiving, please contact me.The CHANEYspeaks Caregiving Corporation (www.CHANEYspeaks.com)#caregiving #payingitforward #carer #seniors #caregiver #aginginplace #alzeheimers #dementia #faithbaseed #awardwinningauthor #author #booksigning #amazon #barnesandnoble #booktourMama Peaches' Latest Family Caregiving Book Release------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For your reading or gift-giving pleasure, don't forget the award-winning "Mama Peaches and Me" caregiving books which are available on Amazon. If you are in the Chattanooga, TN area, please visit the local Barnes and Noble to purchase your signed copies. Many thanks to those who purchased one or both of my Mama Peaches Caregiving Books for the holidays. Please enjoy your Mama Peaches journey and feel invited to leave a review on Amazon. Beleive it or not, I am already working on the next Mama Peaches and Me book release due for release in the Fall of 2018. Stay tuned and watch for many exciting updates.WANTED: Volunteered Facebook Community ModeratorsSearching for Volunteered Content Moderators for the new "Mama Peaches and Me" Facebook Community Group which is devoted to encouraging and supporting family caregivers of aging loved one. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Working with the Administration Team to contribute to creative and engaging posts. Providing an initial review of Facebook Group Members' comments to ensure they meet defined standards. Assisting with ad hoc projects. Offering feedback to the Administration Team to help improve tools, policies, and procedures. The position requires excellent communication skills, as well as resourcefulness, and ingenuity in solving problems, dependability, attention to detail, and ability to work with minimal supervision while managing assigned responsibilities. Great opportunity to impact the global caregiving community while connecting with family caregivers and caregiving professionals around the world. All interested individuals are invited to emailed CHANEYspeaks@gmail with their interest and qualifications.

It's "Mama Peaches and Me" Monday!

Here's your Mama Peaches' nugget of wisdom for the week! Don't forget to share mama's wisdom with others.For more of Mama's timeless quotes and my timely caregiving advice, check out my latest book called Mama Peaches' Hot Slices of Wisdom and find out why social media and everyone in between can't get enough of the award-winning Mama Peaches and Me caregiving books! It's the perfect gift for the holidays. Available now on Amazon.com! Get updates on events, caregiving news, inspiration, a list of my current books, and so much more at www.CHANEYspeaks.com.WANTED: Volunteered Facebook Community ModeratorsSearching for Volunteered Content Moderators for the new "Mama Peaches and Me" Facebook Community Group which is devoted to encouraging and supporting family caregivers of aging loved one. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Working with the Administration Team to contribute to creative and engaging posts. Providing an initial review of Facebook Group Members' comments to ensure they meet defined standards. Assisting with ad hoc projects. Offering feedback to the Administration Team to help improve tools, policies, and procedures. The position requires excellent communication skills, as well as resourcefulness, and ingenuity in solving problems, dependability, attention to detail, and ability to work with minimal supervision while managing assigned responsibilities. Great opportunity to impact the global caregiving community while connecting with family caregivers and caregiving professionals around the world. All interested individuals are invited to emailed CHANEYspeaks@gmail with their interest and qualifications.

CHANEYspeaks about Mama Peaches and Caregiving!

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Holiday Book Gifting for Caregivers

Gifting a book during the holidays is a great way to say, ‘thank you’ to the family or paid caregiver in your life. We have identified a shortlist of books from five talented American authors who understand the value of family caregiving. So, as you are scrolling through this amazing list remember, giving a book is a great way to demonstrate appreciation, love and support for our family caregivers, year-round!1. The 7 Pillars of A Noble WomanBecoming a Woman of DistinctionBy Sylvia S. BanksIn this book, you will discover the seven pillars that are essential to every woman's journey of becoming a woman of distinction. It's time for women to embrace their femininity, walk in elegance and grace and live up to a godly standard of truth and freedom. This book is a guide, showing women how to live. A portion of the proceeds of every purchase will be sent to help build the lives of underprivileged children in India. For more information you can visit http://www.mbkgpkasam.org.Paperback: $14.99Order by clicking here.2. In Disguise, Forgiving Hidden Truths By Tamika N. JohnsonThis amazing book will spark an awakening in oneself while opening the windows of transparency. Tamika unmasks hidden truths that were buried deep within herself while having the ability to skillfully disguise her indiscretions, imperfections, and inability to release her past.This very compelling and astonishing book reexamines the perceptions and judgments that are frequently placed upon oneself while finding the truth to redemption.Paperback: $12.95 Kindle eBook: $2.99Order by clicking here.3. Color Me Delighted In Your LawA Psalm 119 Coloring Book By Laura R. BrownJourney through Psalm 119 with verses, phrases, prayer prompts, and images to color while you meditate on the beauty of God’s word.This coloring book can be used as a personal prayer and devotional or as a small-group prayer prompt. Grab your favorite colored pens or pencils and see God’s word in a burst of color and creativity.Paperback: $8.50Order by clicking here.4. Mama Peaches and Me Wit and Wisdom for Worn-out Caregivers By Christopher-Charles ChaneyAre you an accidental or experienced caregiver on the verge of a physical or emotional collapse? If you are caring for an aging parent, a disabled spouse, another loved one, or just love old-school humor, this book is definitely for you! It is guaranteed to be great medicine for your heart by delivering: • Wit, wisdom, and laughter • Critical survival tips for family caregivers• Strategies to minimize stress, burn- out, depression & guilt Named One Of The Eight Best Caregiving Books Of 2017 by the editor of Care.com.Paperback $14.99Kindle eBook: $2.99Order by clicking here.5. The Original FiveBy Georgie MoodyIt was never supposed to happen to us." How could a healthy family of 5 kids with parents become so broken? We could have become as so many: bitter, divided, dysfunctional; and at times we were just that. Gradually, a new dynamic took root; growing into a strong family again with the 5 of us at the core. A completely different family structure, we are called blended and unique. This powerful story will give you hope.Paperback: $15.95Order by clickinghere.

It's "Mama Peaches and Me" Monday!

Here's your Mama Peaches' nugget of wisdom for the week! Don't forget to share mama's wisdom with others.For more of Mama's timeless quotes and my timely caregiving advice, check out my latest book called Mama Peaches' Hot Slices of Wisdom and find out why social media and everyone in between can't get enough of the award-winning Mama Peaches and Me caregiving books! It's the perfect gift for the holidays. Available now on Amazon.com! Get updates on events, caregiving news, inspiration, a list of my current books, and so much more at www.CHANEYspeaks.com.WANTED: Volunteered Facebook Community ModeratorsSearching for Volunteered Content Moderators for the new "Mama Peaches and Me" Facebook Community Group which is devoted to encouraging and supporting family caregivers of aging loved one. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Working with the Administration Team to contribute to creative and engaging posts. Providing an initial review of Facebook Group Members' comments to ensure they meet defined standards. Assisting with ad hoc projects. Offering feedback to the Administration Team to help improve tools, policies, and procedures. The position requires excellent communication skills, as well as resourcefulness, and ingenuity in solving problems, dependability, attention to detail, and ability to work with minimal supervision while managing assigned responsibilities. Great opportunity to impact the global caregiving community while connecting with family caregivers and caregiving professionals around the world. All interested individuals are invited to emailed CHANEYspeaks@gmail with their interest and qualifications.

EMERGENCY CARE CHECKLIST FOR ELDERLY LOVED ONES

If you are caring for an elderly parent or relative, you must be prepared at any given moment for an “unexpected” emergency. Successfully managing health emergencies can literally mean the difference between life or death. Health emergencies involving an elderly parent or relative one can often become complicated by the number of medications, doctors’ information, complexity of insurance coverage, illness involved, and so much more. To help you improve your game plan of preparation, here’s 15 recommended items for your emergency care checklist:1. Doctors' names, their area of specialty and phone numbers.2. An updated list of all medications being taken and the purpose of each prescription.3. List of over-the-counter medications.4. List of known allergies and the reaction to each.5. Medical card(s) and/or medical insurance information including the prescription plans, identification numbers, and the customer service telephone number.6. Pharmacy’s address, operating hours, telephone number and fax number.7. License, State ID, passport or another government- issued photo ID8. Social security number9. A medical directive - Also known as a living will or advance health care directive, this document sets out what kind of care your loved ones want to receive if they become ill or incapacitated.10. A durable power of attorney (PA) for healthcare - The PA for healthcare allows you to make healthcare decisions for your loved ones.11. A Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) release - gives you access to your loved ones’ health records and physicians.12. A durable power of attorney for finances - allows you to manage your loved ones' financial affairs, pay bills, sell property, and so on.13. Basic financial records which should include a list of assets, account numbers, names and contact information for bank representatives and financial advisors.14. Contact list of names and addresses of people to notify in case of an emergency. This list should include relatives, close friends, clergy members, organizations, and neighbors who might be able to assist. 15. A will which makes clear who will receive your loved ones' personal property and assets. A properly written will hleps to elminate disagreements.It is recommended that you used discretion for filing and storing the legal documents. However, you may want to store your check list of information near the phone or a commonly used area so that it is easy to locate. Also, give the list of information (not necessarily the legal documents) to another family member or individual who will agree to keep the information for you as well. You can also take a picture of the list of information and store it in your phone.When it comes to your treasured loved ones, you never want to be caught off guard during an emergency. Keeping an emergency check list not only makes life easier, but it will give you a much-needed peace of mind.-------------------------------------------------------------------For your holiday reading and gift-giving pleasure, don't forget the award-winning "Mama Peaches and Me" caregiving books which are available on Amazon. If you are in the Chattanooga, TN area, please invited to visit the local Barnes and Noble to purchase your signed copies. Many thanks to those who purchased one or both of my Mama Peaches Caregiving Books for the holidays. Please enjoy your Mama Peaches journey and feel invited to leave a review on Amazon. Beleive it or not, I am already working on the next Mama Peaches and Me book release due for release in the Fall of 2018. Stay tuned and watch for many exciting updates.