{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"\u201cCaregiving is the Backbone of Accessibility\u201d \u2013 Why the Work of Nancy\u2019s House is SO important for Accessible Housing","description":"Maintaining yourself as a care partner in the best possible way to be physically, mentally, and emotionally strong is what allows you to provide the best care and support for this person who is relying on you for their well-being. In this episode, Elissa Lewin teaches how to care for yourself while caring for others, and how this will allow you both to maintain a level of independence. She breaks down the benefits of attending one of Nancy's House's retreats or online programs, as well as how to make them accessible to care providers who may not have the time or resources to attend in person. Let\u2019s dive in! Elissa Lewin is a licensed psychologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, and serial caregiver. She founded Nancy\u2019s House in 2006 to fill a need for service to family caregivers. Caregivers are the invisible backbone of our healthcare system. Yet, historically, there have been few services available to support them, despite the constant cry of \u201cCaregivers need to take care of themselves.\u201d Key Highlights: [00:01 - 08:09] Opening Segment \u2022 Elissa introduces what Nancy's House does and its mission A nonprofit that provides support to family caregivers in the form of retreats, online programs, and workshops \u2022 How caregivers in the mid-Atlantic region can find relief from the stresses of care Some attendees may not be able to attend events, but there are shorter, accessible programs available [08:10 - 16:18] Nancy's House \u2022 The difference between Nancy's House and respite \u2022 Why the cost of Nancy's events is high \u2022 The educational workshops that are included Paying attention to body signals, maintaining independence, and recognizing when a loved one needs care [16:19 - 24:29] The Backbone of Accessibility \u2022 It's important for caregivers to care of themselves so they can take care of people with disabilities \u2022 Elissa stresses why the biggest challenge for caregivers is funding Caregivers are invisible, and finding recognition and support is hard \u2022 How Elissa came up with the name Nancy's House [24:30 - 29:56] Closing Segment \u2022 When the National Caregiving Conference will be Don\u2019t miss it, register here. Want to connect with Elissa? Head to her website, caring for caregivers!  Key Quotes: "Nancy's house breaks the isolation and exhaustion that can come with taking care of somebody who is chronically ill or disabled." - Elissa Lewin "There is the gratification that comes with taking care of somebody else, and that is absolutely true and undeniable. And for a lot of people that gratification is what keeps them going." - Elissa Lewin "Care provision is the backbone of accessibility." - Elissa Lewin Please check out videos of many of the podcast episodes on my YouTube channel: Accessible Housing Matters, To learn more, share feedback, or share guest ideas, please visit my website, or contact me on Facebook and Twitter. Like what you've heard? Please review us! That helps let other people know about the podcast. Accessible Housing Matters is dedicated to raising awareness about important issues around accessibility and housing, and getting conversations going. I'd love to learn more about what's on your mind and get your feedback about the show. Contact me directly at stephen@accessiblehousingmatters.com to share your thoughts or arrange a call. ","author_name":"Accessible Housing Matters","author_url":"https:\/\/www.accessiblehomesforyou.com\/","html":"