Welcome!
It is the greatest gift you can give and one of the biggest challenges you will ever face- caring for a friend or family member. You may put your life on hold, or have your own needs come second. And you may always feel that you are not doing enough. But you don't have to go it alone. Share your feelings, hopes, and challenges at "Caregiver Corner", a caregiver community sponsored by Humana. Our hope is to provide a place for you to get support, find resources and inspiration.
Caregiver Groups
All caregivers have inspirational stories to tell. Humana would like to hear yours. Whether you are currently caring for a loved one, have cared for one in the past, or are planning to do so in the future, we hope you'll share your experiences with others. Visit the Care to Share group and become part of our story series or visit these other active groups on Eons.
Care to Share
Share your stories of strategies that have worked, ideas that have backfired, your feelings of being overwhelmed… More
Caregivers of Wounded Warriors
Join the conversation on caregivers' experiences caring for our nation's Wounded Warriors … More
Caregivers for Elderly Parents
A site where people that are taking care of their elderly and aging parents. A place to share problems, vent frustrations… More
Caregivers
Anyone caregiving for a spouse, family member, elderly parent or friend. We cover the basics on finding help, how-to's… More
Caregivers for Special Children
Connect with other Caregivers who care for children with serious illnesses or unique challenges in life… More
Caregivers for Spouse
Site for spouse caregivers to support each other with an understanding ear and helpful discussions.… More
Humana Family Caregiver Resource Center
Caregiver Resource Center
Do you provide support or care to a friend or family member who is ill, elderly or disabled? If so, you could be considered a "family caregiver" and this resource center is for you!… More
Tools
Care to Share Story Series
Caregiver Story: Parents
In 2001 my husband and I invited my parents to move from Nevada to live with us in Texas. We had a 1200 square foot home built in our back yard (we have 7 acres) for them… More
Caregiver Story: Who is That Masked Man?
I am a caregiver for my husband who has age related dementia. It was what people call one of those May-September marriages - he is older. We had a wonderful marriage… More
Taking Care of the Caregiver
- Keep a sense of humor.
- Take care of yourself...take a break.
- Be grateful for the time you have together.
- Go with the flow.
- Maintain friendships.
- Attend a support group.
