Is this your story too? Our 5 minute video tells how a devastating chronic illness has effected our lives. Many of you can relate directly to several parts of this story. We invite you to post and share about how chronic illness has changed your lives as a couple or individual. More info available at the website. CouplesFacingIllness.com A Husband, A Wife, & An Illness: Living Life Beyond Chronic Illness. 5 minuted VIDEO A Husband, A Wife, & An Illness: Living Life Beyond Chronic Illness. 5 minuted VIDEO
Caregivers are often overlooked by even the most well meaning family, friends, and even professionals. Often, we are all so focused on the person with the illness that the caregiver can become an afterthought. This workshop is designed to give practically focused information for professionals and individuals who want to learn the vital art of caring for caregivers. For more information or to book Dr. July for your event visit CouplesFacingIllness.com
Chronic illness rearranges a couple's life. Priorities shift and everything changes. This new normal takes some time for adjustment. Here are some things to think about when adjusting to your new normal.
Guilt, fear, anger, shame, & anxiety. These are some of the emotions and feelings experienced by spouses and family members of individuals living with illness. This is normal and here are three suggestions for handling these feelings and emotions.
When a couple is facing illness guilt is a major hazard that can overcome one or both of them. Here are some insights for getting beyond feelings of guilt.
When a couple is facing a serious chronic illness, disease, or injury, finding a good physician is the first step on their road to recovery or managing the condition. But for couples in this sitution, finding the right doctor isn't easy.