Amaryllis Advocacy & Care Management

10/30/2026

💜Caring for the Caregiver: Finding Support and Making Time for Yourself🌸

During my recent presentation, “Empowering the Caregiver: Building Foundations in Caregiving,” from the Alzheimer’s Association, we explored support systems, recognizing stress and burnout, and the importance of caring for yourself while caring for someone you love.

What made the session especially meaningful was the conversation. Several attendees shared their experiences caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. They spoke about what has helped, what hasn’t, and where they still need support. Hearing from others offered an opportunity to exchange ideas and feel understood.

Caregiving can gradually fill every part of the day. Your own appointments, time with friends, and opportunities to rest can get pushed aside. We talked about how easily that happens—and why it’s important to recognize when the responsibilities are becoming too much.

Self-care was an important part of our discussion, along with an honest acknowledgment: taking a break requires more than someone telling you to take one. It often means having a trusted person available to step in.

A quiet afternoon, lunch with a friend, or keeping your own doctor’s appointment can make a difference. Making that time possible starts with identifying what you need and who can help.

We also discussed the importance of educating family members and friends. Someone who visits occasionally may not see the planning, patience, and daily responsibilities involved in caregiving. Helping them understand your loved one’s needs can make their support more useful and consistent.

Specific requests can help move those conversations forward: “Could you stay with them Wednesday afternoon?” or “Would you take care of groceries this week?” Sharing a routine or explaining what works can also help others feel more comfortable getting involved.

I’m grateful to everyone who shared part of their journey. Their honesty brought so much to our time together and reinforced how valuable it is for caregivers to have a place to talk openly, ask questions, and be heard.

Supporting a loved one is meaningful work, but it can also be difficult and exhausting. Your needs deserve attention, too—and asking for help is part of caring for both of you.

10/26/2026

10/26/2026

Last week was so much fun out and about in the community connecting with families at Halloween trunk or treats and festivals. Educating families and individuals on the importance of an advocate and the right guidance and navigation for an aging loved is our passion. Even dressed as a pumpkin we bring that knowledge to the table. 💜🎃🍂
Greenbriar 1 Toms River Township Government, New Jersey Westlake Golf & Country Club Java & Jive Networking The Orchards At Bartley The Oxx Parkinson’s Foundation - Embracing The Journey The Oxx Foundation ~ Embracing The Journey

10/24/2026

Come down and have some fun

10/24/2026

Come down to Huddy Park for the Autumn Lights Festival for Parkinson's
It’s a beautiful day! Lots of vendors, trick or treating and cute booths.

10/15/2026

Please come join us, this is going to be so much fun. Trick or treating and a Halloween Party at the Amaryllis Advocacy & Care Management tent. See all you ghosts and goblins on the 24th. Listen for the Halloween music, you’ll find me!

10/13/2026

Join us for a great time and to get to know some new people.

09/17/2026

Professional support and guidance provided with care and heart.

09/02/2026

We loved sponsoring with other local professionals and supporting our local community at the same time. It was a beautiful afternoon with great connections and tasty smoothies and teas.
Go try Low Tide Smoothie Co, you won’t be sorry. Good luck Dana Ferrara and Ashley.

07/31/2026

🇺🇸 August Veterans Appreciation Special

At Amaryllis Advocacy & Care Management, we are honored to serve those who have served our country.

Throughout the month of August, all veterans will receive 1 free hour of patient advocacy or care management service or 10% off of the initial Medicaid application process.

Whether you need assistance navigating healthcare, coordinating care, planning a safe transition home, or exploring long-term care options, we’re here to help with compassionate guidance every step of the way.

Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

📞 Call today to schedule your complimentary 30 minute consultation and learn how we can support you and your family.

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