FAMILY CAREGIVERS - CONNECTICUT - CT BRAIN INJURY COMMUNITY SERVICES - ABI TBI Did you know? About 44.4 million persons in the U.S. are family caregivers 46 is the average age of a family caregiver 61% of family caregivers are women 4.3 is the average length of time (in years) that family caregivers provide care 59% of family caregivers are employed SOURCE: Caregiving in The U.S., National Alliance for Caregiving & AARP, Funded by the MetLife Foundation and the Mature Market Institute® Approximately 22.9 million households provide unpaid care to an adult family member or friend who is age 18 and older. On average, family caregivers provide 21 hours of care per week. This “free” care, however, is not without cost; many family caregivers feel isolated, stressed by balancing work, family, and caregiving, and perhaps even depressed. The value of family caregiving to society has been estimated to be $306 billion annually. Nearly 60% of those caring for an adult over age 50 are working, the majority of them full time. In the past, responsibilities for caregiving almost exclusively belonged to women, but currently about 39% of caregivers are men. SOURCE: Study by the Mature Market Institute® and National Alliance for Caregiving in cooperation with the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging In one important study done by the Mature Market Institute, those surveyed said they made at least one formal adjustment to their work schedule as a result of caring for a partner or other family member: 16% quit their job 20% cut back to part-time 22% took a leave of absence Respondents also stated that caregiving affected their ability to advance on the job: 29% passed up a promotion, training or assignment 25% passed up an opportunity for job transfer or Job relocation 22% were unable to acquire new job skills SOURCE: Findings from a National Study by the National Alliance for Caregiving and the National Center on Women and Aging at Brandeis University; Findings collected and issued by Mature Market Institute® called “MetLife Juggling Act Study: Balancing caregiving with work and the costs involved” – 1999 Nearly six in ten caregivers (59%) say they have worked at some time while they were actively providing care. Of these, six in ten (62%) say they had to make some work-related adjustments in order to help the person they care for. More than half (57%) of working caregivers say that as a result of their caregiving responsibilities they have had to go in (to work) late, leave early, or take time off during the day to provide care. SOURCE — Caregiving in The U.S., National Alliance for Caregiving & AARP, April 2004 Funded by the MetLife Foundation and the Mature Market Institute®

Discover ABI Resources' mission to empower individuals struggling with behavioral health through real solutions that promote happiness and wellness. Our Educational Support Program Services provide guidance and assistance for students, families, teachers, and therapeutic professionals in CT. Join us in building a community of support and success! It is our mission to support the needs of people struggling and provide real solutions that promote happy and healthy life. Helpline 860 942-0365 ABI Resources’ Educational Support Program Services continue to guide the way for and with students, families, teachers and therapeutic professionals that may be struggling with behavioral health challenges. We help to identify, advocate and communicate the needs of the person, for the person, family and school. We work closely with the person, family, and teachers in addition to medical and therapeutic providers. The foundation of happy and successful childhood development is based on clear communication and the compassionate understanding of all involved.

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Discover ABI Resources' cooking skills classes for those living with and recovering from brain injuries. Gain independence and learn from brain injury survivors in Hartford and New Haven, CT. Private and virtual options available. Cooking Skills Training Teaching individuals how to cook is one of the best things we can do to prepare them for independent living. These supports offer skills that will get us going in the kitchen! Cooking Counts! As life skills teachers, one of our most important focuses is preparing individuals for independent living. One aspect of this is teaching individuals to feed and care for themselves and others. Learning how to cook is especially important. When teaching individuals cooking skills, we teach them about nutrition, self-care, safety, and planning. These lessons give some activities that will get individuals excited about cooking well. Planning Activities Part of cooking is learning how to plan menus thoughtfully. The activities in our sections will help individuals understand how important planning can be for cooking. Dinners for a Week Individuals practice in groups for this activity. We give each group a set of cookbooks or recipe websites to work with. Life skills trainers consistently explain and plan a week's worth of dinners for themselves. Individuals should take dietary restrictions into account when relevant. After individuals have chosen recipes, they make shopping lists based on their selections, and then they research the approximate costs of the ingredients they need. We ask them to make at least three changes to their plans in the interest of saving money. Next, individuals look back at their menus again with an eye toward nutrition. Each group writes up the nutritional benefits as well as the deficits in their planning. Plan to be Healthy Individuals select a partner and come up with a day's worth of meals that involve cooking. They plan breakfast, lunch, dinner and one or two snacks. Each meal involves some amount of hands-on preparation. The key is the total food for the day overall should meet nutritional guidelines for their age and gender. Once individuals have come up with a solid plan, they share and discuss the challenges and surprises that might have come up. Cooking Activities Of course, as important as planning is, it is even more useful to get individuals involved in actual cooking. These activities are safe, helpful, and meaningful for individuals' development. There are numerous other independent living skills taught at ABI Resources. Some of the services include Planning for the future, Healthy Relationships, Living Well with a Disability, Positive Attitudes and Overcoming Barriers, Art Expression, and Money Management. These are just a few of the many supported living services that are available. If you or a loved one is interested in meeting with ABI Resources, we loved to talk with you.

Looking for a fulfilling healthcare job in Connecticut? Apply to be a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) with ABI Resources today! Our team works with DSS, DMHAS, BIAC, and other community resources to provide quality care to those with brain injuries. Apply online on Indeed, Craigslist, Gl CT PCA PERSONAL CARE CONNECTICUT ALLIED CT PCA PERSONAL CARE CONNECTICUT CT PCA PERSONAL CARE CONNECTICUT CT PCA PERSONAL CARE CONNECTICUT ALLIED 1/6 APPLY HERE पर्सनल केयर अटेंडेंट (पीसीए) पहल 18 से 64 वर्ष की आयु के वयस्कों के लिए समर्पित सहायता सेवाएँ प्रदान करती है, जो पुरानी, गंभीर और स्थायी विकलांगता से जूझते हैं। यह कार्यक्रम इन व्यक्तियों को अपने घरों के आराम में अपनी दैनिक दिनचर्या को बनाए रखने की क्षमता के साथ सशक्त बनाने के लिए डिज़ाइन किया गया है, जिससे संस्थागत देखभाल की आवश्यकता को टाला जा सके जैसे कि दीर्घकालिक सुविधा या नर्सिंग होम में रहना। इस प्रक्रिया में एक व्यक्तिगत देखभाल परिचर की भूमिका महत्वपूर्ण है, क्योंकि उन्हें घर पर एक सार्थक और स्वतंत्र जीवन में योगदान देने वाली दैनिक गतिविधियों के प्रदर्शन को सुविधाजनक बनाने के लिए नियुक्त किया जाता है। हालाँकि, कृपया ध्यान दें कि इस कार्यक्रम में प्रवेश के लिए प्रतीक्षा सूची है। पीसीए कार्यक्रम के लिए पात्रता दो-आयामी मूल्यांकन के माध्यम से निर्धारित की जाती है। सबसे पहले, कार्यात्मक मूल्यांकन होता है, जहाँ इन सेवाओं की आवश्यकता को शारीरिक रूप से प्रदर्शित किया जाना चाहिए। व्यक्तियों को दैनिक जीवन की सात मुख्य गतिविधियों (ADL) में से कम से कम तीन में हाथों से सहायता की आवश्यकता होनी चाहिए, जिसमें नहाना, कपड़े पहनना, खाना/खिलाना (भोजन तैयार करना छोड़कर), शौच, स्थानांतरण, दवा प्रबंधन और व्यवहार पर्यवेक्षण शामिल हैं। पात्रता मूल्यांकन का दूसरा पहलू वित्तीय मूल्यांकन है। संभावित उम्मीदवारों को सेवाएँ प्राप्त करने के समय तक मेडिकेड के लिए सफलतापूर्वक अर्हता प्राप्त कर लेनी चाहिए। जबकि पीसीए के लिए प्रतीक्षा अवधि के दौरान मेडिकेड की वित्तीय बाधाओं को पूरा करने की आवश्यकता नहीं है, यह अनिवार्य है कि उम्मीदवार का नाम प्रतीक्षा सूची में सूचीबद्ध होने तक मेडिकेड के लिए आवेदन प्रस्तुत और स्वीकृत किया जाए। पर्सनल केयर असिस्टेंट, जिन्हें आमतौर पर पीसीए के रूप में जाना जाता है, स्वास्थ्य सेवा क्षेत्र में एक महत्वपूर्ण स्थान रखते हैं। वे एडीएल के साथ सहायता की आवश्यकता वाले व्यक्तियों को व्यक्तिगत, घर पर देखभाल प्रदान करते हैं, जिससे उन्हें अपनी स्वतंत्रता बनाए रखने और अपने जीवन की गुणवत्ता को बढ़ाने में मदद मिलती है। पीसीए ग्राहकों के साथ निकटता से बातचीत करते हैं, उनकी सुविधा और भलाई सुनिश्चित करने के लिए सहायता प्रदान करते हैं। देश भर में पर्सनल केयर असिस्टेंट की भूमिका के लिए बहुत सारे अवसर हैं, जो इसे ऐसे व्यक्तियों के लिए एक व्यवहार्य कैरियर मार्ग बनाता है जो सहानुभूतिपूर्ण, धैर्यवान और दूसरों की सेवा करने के लिए प्रतिबद्ध हैं। PCA बनने के लिए भर्ती प्रक्रिया में एक व्यापक साक्षात्कार शामिल है, और संभावित उम्मीदवारों को ड्रग स्क्रीनिंग टेस्ट से गुजरना पड़ सकता है। संक्षेप में, पीसीए स्वास्थ्य सेवा क्षेत्र में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाते हैं, जो अपने दैनिक दिनचर्या में सहायता की आवश्यकता वाले व्यक्तियों के लिए आवश्यक घरेलू देखभाल प्रदान करते हैं। ये भूमिकाएँ व्यापक रूप से उपलब्ध हैं और दूसरों की सेवा करने के लिए समर्पित दयालु, धैर्यवान व्यक्तियों के लिए एक पुरस्कृत करियर विकल्प हो सकती हैं। पीसीए बनने के लिए आवश्यक शर्तों में एक व्यापक साक्षात्कार से गुजरना, ड्रग स्क्रीनिंग टेस्ट पास करना और एक पेशेवर रिज्यूमे जमा करना शामिल है।

ABI Resources provides comprehensive MFP and supported living services to individuals with acquired brain injuries. Our expert team delivers personalized care in community-based settings, helping clients achieve their goals and maximize independence. Trust us t Support groups: Make connections, and get help. You don't have to go alone if you're facing a significant illness or stressful life change. A support group can help. Find out how to choose the right one. Support groups bring together people who are going through or have gone through similar experiences. For example, this common ground might be cancer, chronic medical conditions, addiction, bereavement, or caregiving. A support group allows people to share personal experiences, feelings, coping Support groups: Make connections, and get help. You don't have to go alone if you're facing a significant illness or stressful life change. A support group can help. Find out how to choose the right one. Support groups bring together people who are going through or have gone through similar experiences. For example, this common ground might be cancer, chronic medical conditions, addiction, bereavement, or caregiving. A support group allows people to share personal experiences, feelings, coping Support groups: Make connections, and get help. You don't have to go alone if you're facing a significant illness or stressful life change. A support group can help. Find out how to choose the right one. Support groups bring together people who are going through or have gone through similar experiences. For example, this common ground might be cancer, chronic medical conditions, addiction, bereavement, or caregiving. A support group allows people to share personal experiences, feelings, coping 1/2

ABI Resources is your go-to source for self-care tips and resources. Our expert team provides practical advice on how to take care of your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Discover effective strategies for stress reduction, mindfulness, nutrition, exercise, and more. abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial 1/2 Teaching Self-care takes many forms and is a crucial piece of mental wellness. Checking your feelings during and after a self-care activity ca n help you know what works well for you. Some activities are nourishing, depending on how you are feeling that day. Here are eight types of self-care and examples to consider: PHYS ICAL SE LF-CARE Self-care has to do with fe eling physically well and maintaining physical health. • Sleep or rest • Stretching, walking, or exercise that feels good • Keeping medical appointments • Healthy food • Fresh air EMOTIONAL SELF-CARE Self-care involves attending to your emotions, finding empathy and self-compassion, and seeking help when needed. • Journal or talk it out • Stress management • Listen to or make music/art • Self-compassion • Counseling SOCIAL SELF-CARE Self-care has to do with a healthy family and social relationships. • Time with others (in person or virtually) • Healthy Boundaries • Balancing alone time and social time (or small groups and large groups) • Positive social media • Asking for help SPIRITUAL SELF-CARE Self-care has to do with religious beliefs or spirituality. • Connection • Prayer or meditation • Reflection • Attending worship services or groups (if applicable) • Nature PERSONAL SELF-CARE Self-care has to do with knowing and honoring yourself and what you enjoy. • Listening to yourself (getting out of autopilot) • Hobbies • Treating yourself • Trying something new • Getting to know yourself HOME ENVIRONMENT SELF-CARE Self-care involves maintaining a safe, functional, and comfortable home environment. • Safety • Security and stability • Cleaning and organizing (whatever that means for you) • Comfy space • Healthy living environment FINANCIAL SELF-CARE Self-care has to do with maintaining your financial goals and obligations. • Money management and budgeting • Saving • Seeking help or information • “Fun” money • Paying bills WORK, SCHOOL, CAREGIVING, OR OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES Self-care has to do with attending to your needs in the realms of work, school, caregiving, or other responsibilities. • Time management • Feeling productive and valued • Learning and developing skills (and seeking help when needed) • Healthy work boundaries and communication • Break time

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