Care4theCargivers provides free tools to support your family
Guest:
Michele Thorne
Interview
Parents and caregivers of children with autism often feel overwhelmed. They can feel uncertain on where or how to learn about ways of taking care of their own needs, as well as absorbing all the knowledge they can obtain to create strong, healthy, and empowered lifestyles for their families.
Michelle Thorne is a mother of two children. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Care 4 the Caregivers that is based out of Arizona. Michelle was living a planned life that was taken off course when her children were diagnosed with autism. She fell into a deep depression that led to the question of why there was no organization dedicated to the needs of supporting parents and caregivers in her new community. In her opinion, the disability community as a whole is sorely overlooked, so she set out to create an organization that provides support and access to resources available to the public.
What sort of resources does Care 4 the Caregivers offer?
Educational webinars of various topics
21 day fitness programs that can be done at home
Guided meditation
Roadmaps that are step by step guides to navigate systems of care
Parent Empowerment course: Stepping Stones Triple P
How does a family access the Stepping Stones Triple P program?
Through grants the program is taught all online through the Care 4 the Caregivers website. Families from other states may access the program as well. They are currently offering free life coaching for caregivers. Partnered with the Arizona Caregiver Coalition, there are also free health and wellness coaches for the caregiving community.
Are all the services free to parents?
Yes!!! The goal is to provide completely free services and resources to the community. There are also some free events for the caregiver to attend and enjoy.
Visual supports for families
On the Care 4 the Caregivers website you can go to the resource by topic section to find visual supports without having to jump through hoops. Through the work of an Arizonan illustrator you can find free visual support on techniques like getting dressed or hand washing.
Take away message from guest
The beginning years are difficult, but you’re not alone. There is a community of men and women that can be huge levers of support. Find your Tribe!!!
Recap
Michelle faced struggles understanding the system, and how to raise her children with limited resources
Michelle created Care 4 the Caregivers for those who are going through similar struggles
Care 4 the Caregivers provides a variety of free resources
Michelle encourages finding a support system that can become your tribe
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