Caregivers are often isolated and feel alone

Do you find that you feel stressed and have little time for yourself?  In fact, you probably do not have a clue what you want or need anymore because you are so deeply involved with others.   Well there is one place where you can come and feel "safe" and ventilate these common feelings without guilt or judgement.  Support groups offer this kind of environment because you are NOT ALONE. COPE was started as a program to reach out to the caregiver and be a listening ear, a friend when needed, and a place of refuge should you need a few hours away for yourself.  C.O.P.E. also provides education on Compassion Fatigue and other topics that may well affect your health.  Take that first step....and come to a meeting or an event and start taking care of yourself.  When the caregiver is well, the patient you are caring for will benefit!