Hilary Swank, 50, shares rare photo with one of her 1-year-old twins while celebrating the holidaysHilary Swank emphasizes gratitude and connection in her holiday message, especially for caregivers and those facing grief.
Planning A Holiday Date Night? Try ThisCelebrate caregivers during December; they deserve a break.A unique date night idea involves dining at multiple spots and visiting a bookstore for a fun twist.
AARP's new CEO vows to protect Social Security and Medicare, and ensure older adults age 'on their own terms'The AARP aims to advocate for the aging population amidst rising healthcare costs and policy uncertainties after the Trump presidency.
Help! My Kid Likes The Nanny More Than MeIt's normal for kids to favor caregivers over parents at times, indicating good parenting rather than rejection.
Medicare has a new pilot program to help people with dementia. Here's how it worksGUIDE Model offers free caregiving navigators for dementia patients and their caregivers, filling a critical gap in Medicare services.
How Harris Plans to Tackle the Home Health Care Crisis Facing Older AdultsVice President Harris's Medicare at Home plan aims to alleviate the long-term health care struggles of older adults and their caregivers.The plan may support over 14.7 million Medicare enrollees by covering at-home aides and improving care worker wages.
Medicare has a new pilot program to help people with dementia. Here's how it worksGUIDE Model offers free caregiving navigators for dementia patients and their caregivers, filling a critical gap in Medicare services.
How Harris Plans to Tackle the Home Health Care Crisis Facing Older AdultsVice President Harris's Medicare at Home plan aims to alleviate the long-term health care struggles of older adults and their caregivers.The plan may support over 14.7 million Medicare enrollees by covering at-home aides and improving care worker wages.
Report looks at challenges many face juggling caregiving responsibilities - Harvard GazetteRigid hiring policies and work rules are detrimental to employees and overall productivity.Flexibility in work scheduling is crucial for employee retention and satisfaction.
The Invisible Labor of Women Who Love Incarcerated PeopleWomen play a crucial role in maintaining connections with incarcerated loved ones.Balancing multiple responsibilities is a significant challenge for caregivers of incarcerated individuals.
Report looks at challenges many face juggling caregiving responsibilities - Harvard GazetteRigid hiring policies and work rules are detrimental to employees and overall productivity.Flexibility in work scheduling is crucial for employee retention and satisfaction.
The Invisible Labor of Women Who Love Incarcerated PeopleWomen play a crucial role in maintaining connections with incarcerated loved ones.Balancing multiple responsibilities is a significant challenge for caregivers of incarcerated individuals.
Despite challenges, dementia patients and caregivers prefer to age in placeBoth dementia patients and caregivers prefer to age in place, prioritizing independence and familiarity over institutional care.
Advanced dementia patients may briefly regain memory months they dieSome dementia patients experience moments of lucidity far in advance before death, triggered by external stimuli like family visits and music.
Advanced dementia patients may briefly regain memory months before they dieSome patients with late-stage Alzheimer's experience periods of lucidity, triggered by external stimuli, months before death.
Advanced dementia patients may briefly regain memory months before they dieLucidity episodes in dementia patients can occur more than six months before death.
Despite challenges, dementia patients and caregivers prefer to age in placeBoth dementia patients and caregivers prefer to age in place, prioritizing independence and familiarity over institutional care.
Advanced dementia patients may briefly regain memory months they dieSome dementia patients experience moments of lucidity far in advance before death, triggered by external stimuli like family visits and music.
Advanced dementia patients may briefly regain memory months before they dieSome patients with late-stage Alzheimer's experience periods of lucidity, triggered by external stimuli, months before death.
Advanced dementia patients may briefly regain memory months before they dieLucidity episodes in dementia patients can occur more than six months before death.
Can Strength Training Protect Against Alzheimer's?Alzheimer's disease affects nearly seven million Americans and puts a significant strain on caretakers.
Why 35,000 Michigan caregivers are fighting for two pro-union billsPhyllis Pride represents the struggles of caregivers for fair wages and benefits, advocating for laws to improve their working conditions.
GMB's Kate Garraway will 'keep the fight on' as she wins NTA for ITV documentaryKate Garraway dedicated her NTA to her late husband, advocating for improved support for carers.
Some babysitters are forever just ask 'Senora Mimi'Meg Medina's new children's book, 'No More Senora Mimi', pays tribute to caregivers while drawing from her personal childhood experiences.
Love, warmth and hard work: the heart of the UK care system photo essayThe article advocates for increased funding and recognition for caregivers in the underfunded social care sector.
Love someone with mental illness? Staten Island NAMI classes empower caregiversNAMI provides vital support and education for caregivers of those with mental illness, fostering understanding and effective communication.
I lead a 1,000+ person Caregiving ERG. Here's what working caregivers want from their employersThe number of working caregivers increased by over 20%, significantly impacting productivity and well-being.
The Therapeutic Value Of Remembering Some Guys | DefectorThe Carolyn L. Farrell Foundation enriches the lives of dementia patients and caregivers through the arts, like baseball-themed programs.
Adults with autism faced 'torture' at this L.A. group home. Their moms want justiceCaregivers abused a resident with developmental disabilities, captured on video.The abuse incident included physical violence and neglect by the caregivers.
How the anti-vaccine movement pits parental rights against public healthTennessee law requires parental consent for childhood vaccinations, hindering caregivers like foster parents and grandparents.Legislation hindering pediatric vaccination fuels doubt about vaccine safety.
Oakland Theater Project explores the toll of disability in Cost of Living'Powerful exploration of isolation and connection in Cost of LivingNuanced performances and skilled direction enhance the emotional impact of the play.
How caregivers are using smart tech to help aging parentsSmart home technology is becoming increasingly popular among caregivers helping aging parents live comfortably at home.Amazon Alexa devices are particularly useful for caregivers to monitor and assist their loved ones.
Ukrainian caregivers in Italy feel affects of war from afarItaly had a large community of Ukrainian citizens pre-2022.Photographer Chiara Negrello documents the lives of Ukrainian caregivers in Italy.
from www.bbc.com7 months agoCarers in London: 'We struggle every month'Care workers in London are demanding reform to receive fair pay, with low wages leading to struggles and high vacancy rates in the social care system.