The answer from caregivers is clear. In the U.S. today, roughly 38 million people provide unpaid eldercare. That number is likely to dramatically increase in the future as the number of people needing ...
I know how fortunate I am to have a loving caregiver. Although he may not see it this way, my illness has been as hard on him as it’s been on me. But he’s stuck around and he never complains about the ...
Here's how you can earn money while taking care of an elderly friend or family member.
Caring for a loved one can be hard. Not only is it expensive, but it can also take a toll on the caregiver's mental and ...
A mathematical model simulated patient outcomes when given caregiver support or an expensive Alzheimer’s drug to determine cost and health benefits.
There are profound rewards in family caregiving, but it can also be a long-term stressor. Helping family and friends with their daily and medical needs often consumes a considerable amount […] ...
Nearly half of people caring for a spouse are 75 or older, according to recent reporting from the National Alliance for ...
As the prevalence of social media continues to rise, new research reveals it can be used to help caregivers communicate with their friends, families and communities. The study, published in Cancer ...
Research on burnout shows that several factors, such as workload, role overload, and lack of support, predict burnout far ...
The first five years of a child’s life are foundational ones, brimming with opportunities for learning, growth, and discovery. They are also some of the most physically exhausting years for caregivers ...
When children need medical care and are unable to advocate for themselves, their parents or caregivers must speak up for their best interests. Building trusting relationships with healthcare ...