THE CGC JOURNAL

CareGiving, Capacity, Grief, and the Systems Around Them.

Perspectives from Suzanne Horton and the CareGivers Grief Commission for CareGivers, the people who support them, and the organizations they move through.

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CareGiving Is Not A Trend

Caregiving is not a trend, a talking point, or a temporary headline. Families are collapsing under the responsibilities while ssystems still refuse to fully prepare for or support.

When “She's Got It ” Becomes the Answer to Everything

When “She's Got It ” Becomes the Answer to Everything

Published on: 23/05/2026

A personal look at the hidden assumptions placed on family caregivers, the realities of caregiver burnout, and why identifying a caregiver is not the same as truly supporting one.

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Choosing Facility Care: Expectations, Advocacy, and Reality

Choosing Facility Care: Expectations, Advocacy, and Reality

Published on: 13/05/2026

Choosing between home caregiving and facility care is one of the hardest decisions families face. This article explores realistic expectations, advocacy, care quality, staffing realities, and what families should truly understand before placement.

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The Conversation We Keep Avoiding. Until It’s Too Late

The Conversation We Keep Avoiding. Until It’s Too Late

Published on: 07/04/2026

When should families talk about caregiving? This article explains why the best time is before a crisis and how early conversations can prevent caregiver burnout.

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