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Family & caregivers
For the people who love her.
Husbands, daughters, sons, sisters and friends: you are part of her journey, and you need support too. STAARS can help you know what to say, what to do, and how to take care of yourself.
How to help
Small things that mean a lot.
Listen first
Let her lead. Sometimes she needs advice, and sometimes she just needs you to listen.
Go with her
Drive her to appointments, sit with her, take notes and help ask questions.
Handle the everyday
Meals, school pick-ups, laundry and errands lift a real weight.
Keep inviting her
Treatment can be isolating. Keep calling, visiting and including her.
Learn together
Read trusted information so you both know what to expect.
See resourcesConnect her to STAARS
Share the STAARS line, or come with her to a Sister Circle.
Sister Circles
Take care of you, too
You cannot pour from an empty cup.
- Rest, eat and keep some routine of your own
- Share the load: let others help with meals, rides and errands
- Talk to someone about how you are feeling
- Call the STAARS line with your own questions
You can call for her, or for you.
If someone you love has been diagnosed, call the STAARS line at any hour.