When You’re the Support Person No One Checks On

Because the strong ones still need a soft place to land.

You’re the one who remembers the appointment times.
The one who knows which medication causes dizziness and which one requires food.
The one who keeps track of the good days, the bad days, and the days nobody talks about.

You’re the person everyone leans on — but when was the last time someone leaned in for you?

If you’ve ever sat in a hospital cafeteria crying into your latte so no one would see you fall apart…
If you’ve ever said, “I’m fine,” when you were anything but…
If you’ve ever felt like the backdrop to someone else’s crisis…
You’re not alone.

Caregiving is often a quiet kind of courage.
It’s the backstage pass no one brags about.
It’s showing up day after day, love stitched into every sigh, every errand, every sleepless night.

But here’s the truth:
Being strong doesn’t mean being silent.
You deserve support, too. Not when you finally break, not after burnout — but now.

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That’s why I created the ICU Companion Journal.
It’s not a miracle. It won’t do the laundry or navigate hospital portals.
But it will give you space.
Space to process.
Space to exhale.
Space to remember that you matter, too.

Because you’re not “just” the support person.
You’re a whole human being — and you deserve care that isn’t conditional.

💌 Take What You Need:

The ICU Companion Journal was created for support people like you — the quiet heroes. You can preview select sample pages to get a feel for what’s inside, but the full 115-page journal is a private space just for you. A place to land. A place to process. A place to be seen.

Dorey Duncan Scott Senior Litigation Paralegal

Hi! I’m Dorey Duncan Scott, a mother of three, wife and fashion entrepreneur. I started my career in fashion back in the early 90’s when I did print, still and runway modeling. I studied Fashion Merchandising, Music Business and Marketing, while also obtaining certificates in such industry-necessary areas such as make-up, styling and runway choreography. In addition, I had work as a spokesmodel for several brands, appearing in print and in person. As a former model, turned senior litigation paralegal, artist manager and on-air personality with a passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development, I bring a unique combination of style, strategic thinking, and legal expertise to my work. My years navigating the legal world have sharpened my attention to detail, while my experience and passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development drives my desire to help others feel empowered and help them in their journey toward self-empowerment. My experience in the fashion world has taught me the power of confidence. 

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