Still, I Rise

Melody Vachal, M.S., CCC-SLP was a veteran caregiver of more than two decades, juggling her career as a Speech-Language Pathologist with caring for her son and elderly father, when she was thrust into an unexpected new life as one who needed care herself. Following a tragic accident, Melody faced profound challenges that forced her to redefine her sense of self.

In Still, I Rise: A Guide to Navigating the Caregiver Journey, Melody shares her own inspiring story of resilience and endurance as her life suddenly changed course. She shares hard-won insights on strength, compassion, and the importance of self-care. This book is filled with practical advice, journal prompts, and self-care tools and tips for anyone who has become a caregiver, may become a caregiver, or who someday may need care themselves. This powerful story of transformation reminds us of the courage it takes to rebuild when life shifts in unimaginable ways.

About Melody Vachal: After 21 years as a caregiver for her son, Melody Vachal catapulted into a life-changing journey as a care recipient herself, following a tragic accident. Challenged in mind, body, and spirit she summoned the will to rise to her new reality. Now, years later, Melody offers invaluable perspectives as both a caregiver, care receiver, and successful owner of a business that specializes in home services for those who need their own caregivers. Learn more here: melodyvachal.com