Raising Money for Caregiver Support
Pictured above is the Erickson family, whose story is part of the CaringBridge How We Heal Series. Being a family caregiver can be a stressful role in more ways than one. Watching aloved one go throug…
6 Common Prayers & Meditations for Those Who Are Sick
6 Common Prayers & Meditations for Those Who Are Sick
When you have a family member or friend who is sick, you might feel a bit lost or helpless. You want to do anything you can to help, but don’t know what to do or say to make a difference.
What To Do
How to Start a Prayer Chain: 4 Tips
A prayer chain is a list of people who agree to pray for a loved one during a troubled time. Prayer is among the most ancient of human practices, and to this day billions of people believe in its powe…
What to Bring to Your First Chemo Treatment: 6 Tips
Preparing for your first chemo treatment can unsurface a variety of emotions. Dealing with a cancer diagnosis is stressful, let alone preparing for an intense treatment. Know that any intimidation or …
What to Know
How to Navigate Returning to Work After Cancer
Pictured above is Jen Ndegwa, whose story is part of the CaringBridge How We Heal Series. If you’re preparing to return to work after cancer treatment, you may be feeling apprehensive, or even s…
15 Get Well Soon Gift Ideas to Show You Care
When a family member or friend goes through a health journey – whether it be surgery, a broken bone or a hospitalization – you’d do anything to help them feel better. Fortunately, there are many…
25 Soft Food Ideas for Cancer Patients
Many medical treatments recommend that cancer patients adopt a “soft diet,” a diet made up of foods that are easy to chew and swallow. The side effects of treatment may include loss of a…
What to Say
Words of Encouragement for Cancer-Related Hair Loss
Pictured above is Courtney Lamb, whose story is part of the CaringBridge How We Heal Series. For many, hair is one of the most beautiful and important parts of personal identity. Hair helps everyone e…
How to Say Goodbye to a Loved One When You Don’t Know What to Say
When we lose a loved one, finding the right words to say goodbye can add stress to an already unimaginable time. We asked our amazing CaringBridge community for advice on what to say when the time com…
How to Tell Your Employer You Have Cancer: 6 Thoughtful Tips
Dealing with the news of a cancer diagnosis can be an apprehensive and overwhelming time. If you have a job, you may be wondering how you should navigate informing your employer and coworkers about yo…