Caregivers For Life

Jennifer Kielawa and Maria Pezzino founded Caregivers For Life, Inc; joined by Haley Kammerling, Robert Gilmor, Jimmy Deoquino, and Brielle Levenberg who helped organize and head up the fundraising committees. All of the members solicit donors and sponsors for gifts for caregivers Caregivers for Life founders, Jennifer Kielawa and Maria Pezzino sta... rted the not for profit after hearing about the challenges of a mother with three children; all of whom have Juvenile Arthritis, who was always stressed and overwhelmed . They wanted to help in some way; through their research, they learned that millions of Americans also provide care for elderly, disabled or chronically ill family members or friends. Caregivers for Life, Inc is going to thank and reward those often-overlooked family members who selflessly and tirelessly provide extended round-the-clock care for sick or infirmed loved ones, typically without pay or any other compensation. A family caregivers job is difficult, overwhelming and exhausting, often resulting in a depletion of physical energy and emotional strength said Legislator DAmaro. Just like the loved ones they care for, caregivers need support, too. However, due to a myriad of factors, these caregivers do not make or take the time to care for themselves, so it is wonderful that we have students like these who are taking the time to help and recognize them.Read More