A Quiet Reflection as We Step Into 2026 It’s hard to believe it’s already 2026.Seriously — where does the time go? The end of the year is always a season of reflection for me. Is it for you too? This past year turned out to be one of transformation —Continue Reading
5 Ways to Create a Caregiver’s Retreat in Your Home Many caregivers dream of having a peaceful space to unwind, but limited time, small homes, and nonstop responsibilities can make it feel impossible. Creating a caregiver’s retreat in your home — even in a tiny corner — is one ofContinue Reading
Faith in the Waiting: When Progress Feels Slow but Purpose Is Still Growing  There was a time when waiting felt like failure.I thought stillness meant I wasn’t doing enough — or worse, that God’s plans had changed for me. I’ve never been someone with a lot of patience. It’sContinue Reading
🌿 Finding Purpose Again in the Middle of Caregiving Life  I wrote Interrupted Dreams, Unshakable Purpose for women who give their all — yet forget who they are. This week on the blog, I’m sharing more about finding purpose again in the middle of caregiving life. I just cameContinue Reading
Interrupted Dreams, Unshakable Purpose: It’s Finally Here! “Dreams don’t disappear just because they’ve been delayed. They shift, they wait, and they take new shapes that can grow right alongside caregiving.” Interrupted Dreams, Unshakable Purpose: It’s Finally Here! With a heart full of gratitude, I’m thrilled to share a significant milestoneContinue Reading
Trump Autism Announcement and Its Impact on Families Like Mine I decided to take a step back from social media for a few days after hearing about the Trump administration’s recent announcement on autism. Honestly, I needed the break. This topic stirs up a lot of emotions, and while IContinue Reading
Caregiver Defined: Why the Work You Don’t See Matters the Most Caregiver Defined: Why the Work You Don’t See Matters the Most This post came to life after someone said something to me that stopped me in my tracks. It also came from frustration—the kind you feel when youContinue Reading
Why Self-Care Looks Different for Caregivers—and Why Family Time Matters Most Caregiving doesn’t leave room for perfectly planned self-care.We grab it in the moments we can—but family always comes first.That’s not selfish. That’s just real life. Honestly? If caregiving had a soundtrack, it wouldn’t be soothing spa music. It’d beContinue Reading
There’s a lot I wish people understood about being a caregiver, and none of it fits neatly into a Hallmark card or a wellness meme. Yes, it’s selfless and meaningful, but it’s also exhausting, isolating, and often goes unnoticed. Yet, amidst all this, caregivers like you and me still holdContinue Reading
https://debbieforand.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Strategies-Grow-on-Social-Networks-Instagram-Post-Carousel-.mp4  🧠Balancing Caregiving and Passion: Why Communication Is the Real Game-Changer Caregiving and creativity might seem like they’re living in two separate worlds—but I’m here to tell you they can (and should) coexist. As someone who has spent years in the caregiving role while also building something justContinue Reading