Rosalynn Carter, former first lady and prominent advocate for caregivers, famously stated that there are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers; those who are currently caregivers; those who will be … [Read more...]
Print This PageNew Approach May Help ‘Retrain’ the Brains of Dementia Caregivers
April 15, 2022 by
Q. My mother is the primary caregiver for my father, who has dementia. As my dad’s dementia continues to worsen, my mom has been getting more and more stressed. She’s been irritable, depressed, and hard to be around, and she … [Read more...]
Print This PageCupcakes and Caregiving: A Successful Shark Tank Business Owner Balances Work Life with Caregiving
March 29, 2022 by
Tracey Noonan, CEO and co-founder of Wicked Good Cupcakes, started her business along with her daughter, Dani, in their Boston home kitchen. The company, which appeared on the TV show "Shark Tank" nine years ago, grew tremendously … [Read more...]
Print This PageIs Your Loved One Ready for a Nursing Home?
March 4, 2022 by
Q. We have been caring for my mother in our home for the past five years. We think she needs more help than we can provide. How do you know when a loved one is ready for a nursing home? Thanks for your help! A. Caregivers and … [Read more...]
Print This PageThe Caregiving “Crisis”: Findings from a New Genworth Study
January 26, 2022 by
Mary has been providing care for her father with dementia for several years, in the home she shares with her husband and three small children. Things have gotten stressful for Mary lately as her father’s condition is getting … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhat Is the Financial and Emotional Impact of Caregiving? – The 2021 Fidelity American Caregivers Study
November 9, 2021 by
November is National Family Caregivers Month -- a time to celebrate, recognize, and honor the contributions of family caregivers across the country. This commemorative month offers an opportunity to raise awareness of caregiving … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Top 7 Apps for Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s
September 24, 2021 by
Dear Angel, My father, Bill, has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. I was wondering if you knew of any apps that would be beneficial and/or enjoyable for him to use. Thanks so much in advance! Al Zimerapps --- Dear … [Read more...]
Print This PageDavid Hanson’s “Grace” May Be the Answer to Shortage of Senior Health Aides
September 7, 2021 by
Ever turn on the TV, scan Facebook, or check out viral news stories online and see Sophia, an extremely life-like humanoid robot? Well, if you haven’t seen her, Sophia is a robot that is designed to look very human that has gotten … [Read more...]
Print This PageAre Virginia, Maryland and/or DC Among the Best or Worst States for Supporting Family Caregivers?
August 10, 2021 by
A recent Facebook Live event, Caring for the Caregivers, featuring Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Rep. Linda Sanchez (D-California), occurred last week. The biggest takeaway was that word is starting to spread on Capitol Hill that … [Read more...]
Print This PageIs it a Burden? – Caring for Parents When Your Relationship is Strained
June 8, 2021 by
One third of all Americans are unexpectedly caring for their senior parents. Many of these families had strained relationships before their adult children assumed the role of caregiver, yet these adult children still feel it’s … [Read more...]
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