Dear Reader, At Makers of Care, we understand the unique challenges and emotional complexities that come with being a Caregiver. That’s why we’ve created a streamlined system to handle the many calls, emails, and text messages we receive. Our Compassion Team is ready to talk and the first step to connecting with us is booking a free 15-minute call or sending us an email. How to Get Started: Book a 15-Minute Call: Simply click here to schedule a time that works for you. Our calls are...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
A Story of Impact A few weeks ago, we partnered with Redemption Tempe church during a Serve Day to bring help and hope to 17 caregivers and seniors in need. One participant, a woman whose husband is in a care facility, needed help with tasks she could no longer manage independently. But what truly lit up her heart wasn’t the completed chores—it was the kindness of the two men who visited her. They sat with her, listened to her story, shared a cookie and drink, and reminded her that she...
almost 2 years ago • 2 min read
Merry Christmas! Your generosity helped make our annual Caregiver Christmas Brunch unforgettable. This season can be a challenging season for Caregivers as they care for a sick or dependent loved one and wonder if this will be their last. Our wonderful volunteers ensured that Caregivers who arrived weary and burdened left feeling connected, supported, and seen—knowing they were not alone. A special thank you to Le Schroeder and Sandy Williams for prepping all the food, Ivette Kershaw for the...
almost 2 years ago • 2 min read
Feeling orphaned and abandoned, Melissa, a mother in her 40s, carries the weight of caregiving alone. Raising her 7-year-old daughter while caring for her father, who is battling advanced Parkinson’s, she has no siblings or extended family to rely on. Her husband, once supportive, has grown distant under the pressure and is now pursuing divorce. She feels desperately alone.Melissa is one of the countless Caregivers who find themselves in the SANDWICH GENERATION of raising children while...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
What will you do when it's your family? The care crisis isn’t a distant problem—it’s here, and it’s personal. That’s why we’re honored to share Laurie’s powerful story, a Caregiver who’s navigated her mom’s Alzheimer’s journey with faith and love for several years as she ushered her into the arms of Christ. You can watch her story on YouTube by clicking here. As a community, we’ve cried, prayed, and celebrated with her along the way. We consider her family here at Makers of Care, and there...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
Together, we can turn fear into faith and loneliness into community. Did you know that 1 in 4 families is already in a caregiving crisis? With seniors outnumbering children for the first time in U.S. history, this challenge isn’t going away—it’s growing. America is aging, and most families aren’t ready. Are you?At Makers of Care, we tackle this problem head-on by equipping families with tools, support, and faith-driven hope—but we need resources to continue this great mission. Today, you can...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
What if resilience—not relief—was what you can Thank God for this season? Eliza is a “new” widow—yet she is married. When I spoke with her yesterday, her voice trembled under the weight of everything she carried. Just weeks after placing her husband in a care facility, she sat alone in a house far too big, with shadows of their shared life everywhere. Then, the roof started leaking. “I can’t do this,” she whispered, tears breaking through her words. “I don’t even know where to start.” Read...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader, We launched our blog and have curated a group of writers to bless you with their stories about resilience and faith. Enjoy! I remember the night that my prayer for my mom changed from pleading for her healing to pleading for comfort and an easy death. My optimism could no longer create a convincing alternative reality to shelter in. She would not get better. My story is not unique. Caregivers of all kinds can relate to this moment: the moment a spouse loses the ability to speak,...
about 2 years ago • 2 min read
Dear Reader, Caregiving is an epic journey of love, sacrifice and exhaustion. That’s why we’re here to walk alongside those caring for aging parents or spouses, offering support, encouragement, and opportunities to recharge. We've got some incredible events coming up, and we'd love for you to join us! 1) New Faith-Based Support Group in Queen Creek We're thrilled to announce the launch of a brand-new Makers of Care support group in Queen Creek (for women only), led by Pam Kavathas! Whether...
about 2 years ago • 2 min read