SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Self-care is often forgotten when you're busy taking care of others, and the Springfield NAACP Health Committee is committed to changing that. The organization hosted the Caregiver Symposium on Saturday afternoon, providing resources and space for those who treat othe rs 24/7 to put themselves first for a change. Last-minute reminders before tax deadline on Tuesday "You can't take care of other people if you're not taking care of you," said caregiver and award recipient Kimberly Weir. Seven individuals who volunteer their time were recognized, including Kimberly Wier. She retired eight years ago from the Department of Corrections in Connecticut, where she worked for 27 years. Now she spends her days helping her mother and older friends in need. According to the CDC, one in five adults in the U.S. provides care for a family member or friend with a disability or health condition. Caregivers are known for their dedication and selflessness, and nearly 20% of them quit work to support others. "They do this without getting paid, they do this because it's important, and they do this because of love," said Dr. Doris Harris, Chair of the NAACP Health Committee. Resources like the 24/7 Helpline are a free service for those taking care of others. They provide over-the-phone emotional support and crisis assistance. To reach them, dial 800-272-3900. For a full list of resources with the 24/7 Helpline, visit alz.org. Local News Headlines Springfield NAACP Caregiver Symposium honors those who give back Snowfall totals across western Mass. through Saturday Last-minute reminders before tax deadline on Tuesday Plymouth woman wins $1,000 a Week for Life lottery prize WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com. ...read more read less