George and his mother
National Relaxation Day is a day to slow down, unwind and take time for yourself. (Even as caregivers). Relaxation can be difficult to come by …
National Relaxation Day is a day to slow down, unwind and take time for yourself. (Even as caregivers). Relaxation can be difficult to come by …
A Silver Alert is a safety alert issued when older adults are missing. It’s similar to the Amber Alert used for missing children. Here’s a …
Have you ever felt like the fraying rope in a never-ending game of tug-of-war? Your parents are on one side and your children are on …
Support groups are beneficial for caregivers in countless ways. Not only do they pull you out of isolation and give you a break from your …
While children and adults with cerebral palsy have varying degrees of limitations and abilities, some individuals need a lot of care and cannot live independently. …
Do you worry about your loved one being isolated, or even feel that way yourself as the caregiver? If so, you’re not alone. People with …
Doug, age 75, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease three years ago. His wife, Sandy, died after a valiant battle with breast cancer a year after …
With my eyes still closed, the sleep fog begins to lift and the fact that it’s Saturday creeps into my awareness. Saturdays are the days …
A math question for you about care: if you are a family caregiver to one person, how many people do you care for? If …
Karen called her mom, Mary, from the car to let her know she would be there in 5 minutes and would pick her up …
Say you’re the primary family member who has taken care of a parent or spouse for the last several years. When they die, will you …
When I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 10 years ago, my husband became my primary caregiver, a job that consumes enormous energy and has increasingly …
Providing care for an aging loved one or a person with disabilities is challenging but also rewarding. Caregivers have the chance to ensure their loved …
“I’m sorry, but after running some tests, we’ve discovered your son has lupus.”
If you are the family caregiver for your mom, dad or Aunt Molly, your job doesn’t stop at making sure they take their medicine and …
You’ve taken care of your mom in your own home for two years, but you never imagined the fatigue and stress you would be feeling. …
Bethany Kandel is a New York City-based journalist and author who writes about parenting, health, breast cancer, caregiving and many other subjects. She is the …
Nancy Lebrun is a member of the Association of Health Care Journalists and writes frequently on health and wellness.
Saran Craig is the District Manager of the Southeast, Cape Cod & The Islands for Caregiver Homes.
There are times when caregivers need to advocate for themselves or for the person they care for. Situations may range from advocating for better educational …
