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“Leave No One Behind”: The Unbreakable Bond of a Military Veteran Family Caregiver

“That sense of duty and obligation that military people live…their value system, their cultural system…can sometimes be a huge chain with a big lock and […]

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Empowering Family Caregivers: Tips to Brighten the Holidays

This time of year, expectations of cheer can set us up for a let-down of our “ho, ho, ho” and “fa, la, la.” If you’re […]

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Mentors: Caregiving Superheroes in Disguise

Discover the story of a superhero caregiver mentor and the impact she is making for a new caregiver with wisdom and support.

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Family Caregivers Writing Workshop Wrap

Duet’s first writing workshop took place over several weeks in May and resulted in remarkable essays by our participants. Some have written before, while others […]

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Discover Caregiving Excellence: Expert Insights from Dr. Frances Marcus Lewis and Amy Cameron O’Rourke

We have invited two remarkable speakers to help you discover practical strategies and tools to navigate your caregiving journey: Dr. Frances Marcus Lewis, Ph.D., the […]

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Caregivers Giving Back

From Receiving to Giving: The Evolution of Caregiver Support in Duet Our Duet support groups are forums of give and take. Initially, caregivers join to […]

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January is National Mentoring Month: Caregiving Takes a Village, and Sometimes a Mentor

Eileen Parry, a retired teacher and caregiver for her husband, Jon, found hope and resilience through Duet’s mentor/mentee program. Her mentor, Scott Drysdale, offers invaluable support: “He’s walking my walk. He’s been there, done that, and understands my experience.” Together, they navigate the challenges of Parkinson’s caregiving, turning shared struggles into strength. Duet’s services empower caregivers like Eileen with tools, community, and mentorship to thrive, even in tough times.

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Welcome Our New Meaning & Hope Institute Program Director, Celeste Plumlee

Join us in welcoming Celeste Plumlee as Program Director of the Meaning & Hope Institute. Celeste brings with her a great deal of experience supporting […]