Author: Kreisler

I'm a Certified Chronic Pain Support Group Leader with U.S Pain Foundation, a Certified Caregiving Consultant in which I assist caregivers or persons with disabilities locate where to go, who to talk to or how to organize all the paperwork Involved. Along with four other caregivers we have published four books, "365 Caregiving Tips Practical Tips for Everyday Caregivers", with two available in Spanish. I am also a trifecta caregiver, I cared for my mom part time (heart disease and strokes), co-care for my brother in-law, Robert (epilepsy, mobility issues), he also lives with us, finally for myself (severe chronic low back pain) for 28 yrs. I host my own blog site, iCareTalk.net and am involved with many other sites and blogs. I have been a guest on radio shows and have moderated numerous internet shows. I am 56 yr. old, happily married (22 yrs), with two amazing daughters and an awesome son, a black labs and a large (8" dia.) turtle. I enjoy Meditation, Yoga, Photography, Art. My family (including my pets) are my past time. Namaste'

Like waves on the shore

     Most people don’t truly understand what people with chronic pain (usually meaning pain lasting for more than 12 months) mean when they say that their walking around all day in pain, just like men “Don’t” understand what it’s like for a women to give birth.  The issues with pain are, normal you smash your finger…

Dealing with the CWCAB and other agencies

“Top 5 Issues that Irk me the most out of this are:” (Part 1 of ??) The pain all of this has put my family through. The effects this has had on my relationships with my kids. I believe my wife has overcome them. How it affected my work life. This was very positive and…