Using CaringBridge

Patients and their families can quickly and easily create a personal Caring Bridge web page and write journal entries to update family and friends.  Visitors to the web page can read the entries and send messages of support and encouragement in the guest book.

Getting Started

It's easy and requires only basic computer skills.

  1. Located on our desktop is an icon for the website www.caringbridge.org. Click on the icon to go to their website
  2. Click on "Create a CaringBridge site" and follow the easy directions.  Don't forget to identify Northeast Rehabilitation Health Network as your CaringBridge sponsor.
  3. Give friends and family your unique Caring Bridge address (URL).  We recommend you include a password for added security.

Updating Your CaringBridge Page
You can update your web page as often as you like.

  1. Visit www.caringbridge.org
  2. Click on "sign in" and enter your web page name and password.
  3. Add a new journal entry, view your guest book entries, edit or delete your page


CaringBridgeis a nonprofit organization whose mission is to bring together a global community of care, powered by the love of family and friends in an easy, accessible and private way.


Questions and Answers about CaringBridge

Can I access CaringBridge while away from home?
CaringBridge allows you to easily access your site any time day or night, from any computer with an Internet connection.  CaringBridge access is available to our patients and their visitors from a computer located within Wing 100 and 200 in our Salem Facility and in the multipurpose room in Nashua.

What if I have a Problem?
Support services are available on the CaringBridge site.  Click on "Feedback/Questions" or use the "Help" button at the top of the page.  Northeast Rehab Hospital does not maintain the site and can't take any responsibility for the information you post on your site.

How Secure is my Information?
CaringBridge offers a menu of privacy settings, including password protection for both author and visitors.  You may also choose to create an "Approved" or "Blocked" visitors' list.  We encourage you to review the Privacy Policy and choose the most secure option prior to using the site.

How will people access my web page?
You can provide your loved ones with your web page address (URL) and password, if applicable.  Every member of your caring community is responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of this information and should not share it with others without your permission.

Disclaimer:  CaringBridge does not warrant that its web site or any CaringBridge web site is totally secure.  Please use this solely at your own risk.


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