One of the favorite areas on the site is Ask the Expert , in which families are able to get expert advice on medical and legal caregiving issues. And, it is so useful to use the Internet, because I can ask the question and get the answer when it is troubling me and not have to wait for several weeks until I can see someone. Another favorite is Journaling . A virtual spiral-bound notebook awaits the family caregiver in this part of the website. Here one can write confidential thoughts that can be added to or deleted as desired.
Caregivers can also work through meaningful preplanned exercises provided by the journal.
The Discussion Group , also popular, is a forum to share ideas and get peer support. Many of the Link2Care caregivers have found the discussion group a good place to escape feelings of isolation so common when caring for someone with a dementing illness. For caregivers without a computer or access to the Internet, Link2Care staff secured information appliances for caregivers to borrow. These appliances are compact and easy to use. We feel it makes a significant contribution to the available resources for family caregivers and provides an excellent outlet for information and support.