How do I handle a long gap on my résumé? - any advice?

I took time out to care for a family member after working as an event coordinator. I am in Cincinnati, in case local advice matters. I am not sure how much to explain. Did anyone get past it?

A short, honest line such as 'family caregiving' is enough for most employers. They mostly want to know you are ready now.

Thanks for writing this out. I went through something close to it last year, and it settled down once I kept a simple log of every call and form.