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July 26 is National Disability Independence Day. It marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a law that made one idea official: people with disabilities have the right to live, work, and take part in their communities without discrimination. But independence isn’t one big thing. It’s a lot of small choices…
Across Rhode Island, more than 150,000 family caregivers provide support for loved ones each year, according to AARP. And as more care shifts into the home, that role is becoming even more important. Caregiving is already part of everyday life for many Rhode Island families. You may be helping an aging parent, sibling,…
Caregiving is deeply personal, and the way someone experiences support can make all the difference. That’s why the people who connect with caregivers first, and the care they bring to those conversations, matter so much. At Careforth, our associates bring their own perspectives to the work of supporting families. That’s the experience Caregiver…
Caring for a loved one at home can be one of the most meaningful things you do, but it can also feel overwhelming at times. Between the emotional weight of caregiving and the financial pressure it can bring, many families are left trying to navigate a system that feels big, complex, and hard…
How we spend our time changes as we get older. Friends and family may live further away, a spouse or close friend may pass away, and children may have busy lives of their own. As a result, many older adults spend more time alone. For older adults who want to remain at home,…
It’s 7:15 on a Tuesday morning. You’re signing a permission slip with one hand and reading a message from your dad’s cardiologist with the other. By 9 a.m. you’re at your desk, half-listening to a meeting while mentally reorganizing your mother’s pill sorter. By 9 p.m., after the kids are in bed, you’re…
Many family caregivers keep going until they feel completely drained. The days are busy, and it can feel easier to push through than to stop and ask for support. But waiting until you are overwhelmed often makes caregiving harder for both you and the person you care for. Recognizing the signs that you…
If you or a loved one is eligible for Medicaid and needs long-term care in Michigan, you may have heard about programs or services that help people stay at home instead of moving into a nursing facility. One of those programs is the MI Choice 1915(c) Waiver Program. It helps eligible older adults…
Every partnership is an opportunity to reach another caregiver who could benefit from support. Helping those relationships grow is Senior Relationship Manager Damien Wimbush, whose work bridges business strategy with meaningful impact for families. Nearly nine years into his Careforth journey, Damien has become a vital piece of our Health Plan Partnerships team…
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