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encounter as a caregiver, including: how to prepare for physician appointments, in-home care, and conversations about driving, finan- cial strategies, effective communi- cation methods, compassion fatigue that caregivers face when they don’t take time for themselves, and options for help. For each topic covered, readers have access to videos, studies, blog posts, and resources that can help. “Caregiving is one of the most fulfilling aspects of life, but it’s also difficult, especially when you’re shouldering all the work and re- sponsibility alone,” said Gajadhar. “While Comfort Keepers is here to help families with caregiving when the time comes, we also want to help family caregivers rediscover the joy of caregiving by providing them with the resources they need to care for their loved ones.” To download “Caring for You, Caring for Others: Facing Challenges as a Family Caregiver,” visit comfort- keepers.com/FamilyCaregiverChal- lenges. For more information about Comfort Keepers services, visit J anuary 2020 www.ComfortKeepers.com. About Comfort Keepers For more than two decades, Com- fort Keepers®has been Elevating the Human SpiritSMthrough its in- home care network for seniors and other adults by empowering them to maintain their independence and realize joy in the everyday mo- ments. ComfortKeepers.com. I n T ouch with S outhern K entucky • 13