National Family Caregivers Month

Excerpted from their website, the National Family Caregivers' Association's (NFCA) President and Co-Founder, Suzanne Mintz, stated "One of the most important attributes on being an advocate for your loved one is the willingess and the ability to speak up and keep your eye on the ultimate goal, protecting not only the health and safety of your loved ones but for yourself as well." As the organizer of the annual NFC Month in November, NFCA extends thanks, support, education and empowerment to family caregivers each and every year.

In 2008 a free national teleclass is being offered. The primary goals are to assist family caregivers in improving their communication with healthcare professionals as well as in strengthening their healthcare advocacy for themselves and their loved ones. The teleclasses are scheduled for November 6 and 13. For more information visit http://www.nfcacares.org/ .