I’m a family caregiver. I say that now and wish I’d said it sooner. What’s a family caregiver? A family caregiver is someone who’s providing unpaid care for a spouse, parent, grandparent, extended family member, neighbor, or friend. Do you help someone with: These are collectively known as Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and if … I’m a family caregiver. Are you?
In this webinar we offer 7 practical tips to make the home a safer place for our loved one.
The holidays bring opportunities to gather with friends and family — and this year, perhaps with those you haven’t been able to see for a while. In this webinar, we discussed ways to stay safe and find joy during the holidays
A caregiving journey often begins unexpectedly. Sara became a caregiver unexpectedly to her husband Sam, who suffered a stroke. She’s only 57. They both were working full time and seemed to be in good health. Her story, shared here, is not uncommon, although her identity has been redacted. How did you become a caregiver? It happened … Becoming a Caregiver Overnight
Caregiving can be exhausting, even if it’s an act of love. Maria is 57 and balances a full-time job with caring for her 88-year-old mother. She has worked with our Care Advocates to navigate her own caregiving journey and find support. Her story, shared here, is not uncommon, although her identity has been redacted. How … Caregiving Can Be a Balancing Act
24% of family caregivers are ages 18 – 34.1 Elena moved in with her 89-year-old grandmother, who has dementia. She is a 25-year-old family caregiver who has worked with our Care Advocates to navigate her own caregiving journey and find support. Her story, shared here, is not uncommon, although her identity has been redacted. How … Caregivers Come in All Ages
Over 75% of Americans over 50 would like to age in place while less than half believe they will be able to stay in their homes. As caregivers navigate options for aging loved ones, they confront choices and questions that may be cultural, financial, emotional and more.
40 – 70% of caregivers have clinically significant symptoms of depression. This webinar for caregivers offers practical advice for practicing better self-care and recognizing signs of escalating stress and anxiety.