Meet the Founder & ceo

 "Please Look at Me 

When You're Talking About Me."

Too often, patients feel they are not included in the decision-making process regarding their own healthcare.

Unfortunately, Brenda Patterson had a first-hand experience while sitting in a Doctors office. Instead of speaking to her, the doctor spoke to Brenda's daughter/caregiver the entire visit.

As a Caregiver, your patient has the right to set goals and make decisions. 

Make sure they are heard.

Keep these actions in mind:

• Have them prepare a list of questions to ask the doctor.
• At the appointment, explain that it is important to the client to be involved in their care and allowed to ask questions.
• After the Doctor reacts, ask if he or she is comfortable answering questions. If not, say that you may want to find another doctor, one more open to the clients participation.

Taken from David Kessler's book - 

A Guide for Bringing Hope, Comfort, and Love 

 According to the US Department of Human Services changes in the health care system transfer supportive care services away from the hospitals to the community where love ones/caregivers now serve as primary caretakers in the home. 

Comfort Homesake (CH) provides services to families, and training support to Caregivers:

• NODA - No One Dies Alone 
• Advance Health Care Directive 
• My Options - Healthcare & Cannabis for the Aging Adult
• Conversation Starter

We train volunteers to assist with our No One Dies Alone program.  The program was created by a nurse who was deeply affected when one of her dying patients passed away with no one at his side. Her mission was to ensure that everyone has someone with them when they die, just as they did when they were born. 

Click on the links above for more details about each program and to become a NODA volunteer.

Your contributions help us build power to transform our communities and continue our mission of delivering world-class advanced health care planning programs and services to caregivers worldwide.  

There are many ways to support CH. We have awesome Tees and Pullovers, and no store would be complete without the much-needed facemask. Please scroll down to see our selection.

You may also support Comfort Homesake monthly or with a much-appreciated donation of any kind.

• To give online, follow the prompts below.

• For questions or other ways to support CH - including gifts of stock or wire instructions, contact: 

info@comforthomesake.com

• To give by check, mail to: 

Comfort Homesake 

P.O. Box 5933 Oakland, CA 94605 

How do Your Emotions Affect Your Decisions?

You are not a safe place for that part of you carrying your pain!

Comfort Homesake (CH) offers support to Caregivers & End-of-Life Doulas through various pieces of training, here are just a few:

• Soul Journey Part l & Part ll
• Self Care Training
• Transcendental Beliefs
• COVID Reset Workshop
• The Hero's Journey

Many people who are Caregivers/Doulas have difficulty managing the stress, doubt, anxiety, and physical demands of giving care to another person. Caregivers report their own health has declined; most do not see a doctor because they put the patients' needs first.

These pieces of training currently happen via webinars or through our training modules which we are currently updating. 

Stay Tuned.

 Click on the links above for more details about each program.

As a Caregiver, it is important to be hopeful, optimistic, and compassionate. Harboring any unforgiveness blocks you from sharing your heart with others, making for unhealthy relationships in every area of your life. Our Soul Journey Webinar and Training Module teach you how to Anchor your heart, so you feel more secure and safe. It is important to feel so you can heal. 

Since 2014 Comfort Homesake has placed a high priority on providing support across the continuum of caregiving, by helping caregivers care for themselves, and manage their own well-being. Our trainings and support group included services that help maintain the caregivers' health; spiritually, psychologically, and physically.

Join our Soul Journey Facebook group, Where we host regular support group discussions each month. Also, stay informed about upcoming events, trainings, and webinars. 

"At the end of the day I am at peace, because my intentions are good and my heart is pure."

Advanced Care Planning

What is Advance Care Planning?

Advance care planning is a process that enables individuals to make plans about their future health care. Advance care plans provide direction to healthcare professionals when a person is not in a position to make and/or communicate their own healthcare choices.

  A person's decision is personal.  

Completing an Advance Directive is the simplest, most effective way to document their wishes. Our step-by-step training will give you an understanding and explanation of each question on this form.  

We are training our volunteers for in-person and telehealth client contact. Through friendly visits and advance care planning, we provide those with a chronic illness and people nearing end-of-life tools needed to make decisions that can positively impact them and their families and friends.

Click HERE to register.

 End-of-Life Doula -  Also known as a death midwife or death doula. A person who assists in the dying process, much like a midwife or doula does with the birthing process. It is often a community-based role, aiming to help families cope with death by recognizing it as a natural and important part of life.  CH - Taps into the emotional side of the caregiver with its Transcendental Belief training webinar/module...Click HERE to learn more.

End-of-Life Caregiver -  involves a team-oriented approach to quality medical care, pain and symptom management, and emotional and spiritual support tailored to the needs of your loved one. CH - offers the NODA webinar/module, a  national program dedicated to providing online COVID-19 volunteer support and companionship for terminal and dying individuals. To learn more, click HERE.

"Caregiving often calls us to lean into love we didn't know possible."

~ Tia Walker

Two out of every three caregivers in the United States are women, meaning they provide daily or regular support to children, adults, or people with chronic illnesses or disabilities. Women who are caregivers have a greater risk for poor physical and mental health, including depression and anxiety. 

Maintain Healthy Behaviors:

• Take steps to protect yourself and others against COVID-19.
• Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate.
• Eat foods that are safe and healthy.
• Drink lots of water to stay hydrated.
• Exercise regularly
• Get plenty of sleep
• Avoid excessive alcohol and substance use.

CDC provides articles on Health Equity; click here to read more.

Click here to join our Giving Roses Facebook Page for more info about events and conversations regarding caregiving.

Family caregiving plays a pivotal role in providing essential support to individuals facing health challenges or aging. The importance of family caregiving is immeasurable, as it not only contributes to the well-being of the recipient but also fosters a sense of connection and love within the family unit. Caregivers often shoulder various responsibilities, from assisting with daily tasks to offering emotional support and creating a foundation of trust and dependability.

The needs of family caregiving are diverse, encompassing physical, emotional, and logistical aspects. Caregivers require access to resources such as educational programs and training to enhance their skills in providing optimal care. Emotional support is equally vital, as caregiving can be emotionally taxing, and caregivers benefit from avenues for respite and self-care. Recognizing and addressing the needs of family caregivers is essential for building a robust support system, ensuring the well-being of both caregivers and their loved ones.

edapp - offers free online Caregiver Courses with certificates - Click here for more infomation.