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  • Family Caregiver Journey Spotlight: Janice & Nikki’s Story

    The following shares the story of Jan and Nikki and their Caregiver Journey. The Careforth team thanks Jan and Nikki for their openness to sharing their experience so that others who identify with them may take similar steps to build support and connections in their own journey. From an early age, Janice (‘Jan’)…

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  • Light blue dumbbells on a workout mat with a scale, exercise ball, and shoes in the background, representing healthy routines for seniors.

    7 Immune System Booster Tips for Seniors

    The immune system is the body’s first line of defense against viruses and infections, but the aging process can weaken the immune system. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, this became an increased concern for the caregivers of older or immunocompromised adults, as the risk of more severe symptoms and outcomes was much higher in these…

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  • A drawing of hands holding a heart with the text Adult Foster Care.

    Massachusetts Adult Foster Care Eligibility Defined

    For family caregivers, it’s crucial to create a community of support and utilize all the programs and resources available to you to improve your caregiver experience. In Massachusetts, the Adult Foster Care Program can be an excellent source of support, but eligibility can sometimes be overwhelming to navigate on your own. “The Massachusetts Adult Foster…

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  • What Caregivers Should Know About Early-Onset Alzheimer’s

    Symptoms, Stigma, Diagnosis, and Treatment Early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, also known as younger-onset, is the development of Alzheimer’s symptoms between the ages of 30 and 65. A diagnosis is relatively rare at a younger age, and while over 6 million people in the United States are living with Alzheimer’s disease, the true prevalence of early-onset is uncertain.…

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    3 Steps to Prepare for Family Caregiving Emergencies

    Caregivers have many responsibilities! Not only are you in charge of your loved one, but also their medication management, appointment scheduling, transportation, and so much more. In managing these responsibilities, the last thing you need is a caregiving emergency or unexpected event to disrupt your routines and potentially compromise the care you provide.…

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    Georgia Structured Family Caregiving Eligibility Defined

    Structured Family Caregiving is a Medicaid program that helps beneficiaries safely remain in their homes, through payments and other support services. “Navigating Georgia Structured Family Caregiving can often seem like a daunting task,” says Melissa Comeau, Careforth’s Director of Care Management. “However, with guidance and support, one can better understand the process, handle…

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  • Careforth Expands Offering of Coordinated Caregiving Services for Family Caregivers in North Carolina

    Available in 36 counties, new service provides financial assistance, expert coaching, and emotional support to caregivers of people of all ages. Careforth, a leading provider of caregiver support and resources, announced today that it is expanding its family caregiving services to include caregivers of people of all ages in North Carolina. Available to…

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  • A person with arms outstretched in front of the ocean, giving the sense of accomplishment in caregiving advocacy.

    Caregiving 101: How To Be Your Own Caregiver Advocate

    In most caregiving journeys, there will come a time when caregivers must advocate for themselves or for the person for whom they care. “Moments of advocacy may look different in every caregiving journey,” said Phuong (Diane) Slawson, a Care Management Lead at Careforth. “Situations can range from advocating for better educational services for…

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