For anyone caring for a sick or aging parent, a spouse or a child, this prayer fits the start of a day: “Lord, you know how much [name] needs from me, and how little I have left. Give me strength for today and patience for the hard moments. Let [name] feel your care through mine. Amen.” If you are close to breaking, say so to someone. In the US, the Eldercare Locator (1-800-677-1116, call or text) connects older adults and…

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