Hi, if we haven’t already met, I’m Stacey — longtime caregiver, founder of Willowjak Services caregiver support, and your new (virtual) friend. For over a decade, I’ve been navigating life with my awesome twins, O & W, both diagnosed with autism. If you’ve been following our journey for a while (or just joined the party), you know it’s been one wild, beautiful ride — full of challenges, breakthroughs, and a whole lot of love (and coffee).

The name Willowjak? It’s a mash-up of my three children’s names, wrapped up in the spirit of the willow tree. That tree? It’s not just some pretty backdrop. Willows bend but don’t break, and they grow strong roots that hold tight through storms. That’s exactly how caregiving feels. ‘Willowjak’ is a tribute to O, W, and J’s strength and spirit. The willow tree symbolizes exactly what this community is about: flexibility, resilience, and the kind of support that only grows stronger with roots planted deep in shared experience.

My caregiving journey has been everything but easy. Over 20 years of sleepless nights to navigating complex systems, I’ve lived through the ups and downs that every caregiver knows all too well. Made only more challenging when I became a working, single mom ten years ago. It’s these lived experiences that sparked the creation of Willowjak Services — a space made for caregivers and their families who need more than just resources; they need understanding, connection, and real community.

Willowjak Services caregiver support is built on four core pillars here: Community, Peace, Spark, and Lived Experience. These aren’t just buzzwords — they guide every story, every resource, and every support service I offer. Because caregiving is messy, beautiful, exhausting, and powerful all at once.

To all my longtime supporters, cheerleaders, and fellow travelers — you’ve been the roots holding me steady, and I see you. And for those who care for the caregivers — partners, family, friends — you’re just as much part of this circle.

Let’s Grow Together

If you want to connect, share, and find a little community strength, come join us in our private Willowjak Treehouse Facebook group (right now, it’s called The Founding Roots as we build our community). Sign up for our newsletter, for stories, tips, and real talk. This is just the beginning — we’ll be sharing more stories, practical resources, and support as we grow.

Thank you for being here, for believing in caregiving’s power, and for standing strong with Willowjak. Let’s keep bending with the wind — together.