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  • A bride with ALS kissing her now caregiver groom

    The Day I Discovered ALS and That My Husband Was Now My Caregiver

    The state of Indiana recently made the Structured Family Caregiving program available to spouses. We applaud the state of Indiana for their support of the husbands and wives who are navigating the care of their spouse. If you are caring for your spouse at home in Indiana, find out if you qualify for this…

    Read more: The Day I Discovered ALS and That My Husband Was Now My Caregiver
  • A caregiver husband posing with his wife Elaine, who is facing Alzheimer's disease

    ‘My Two Elaines:’ How I cared for my wife with Alzheimer’s

    Marty and Elaine The state of Indiana’s Structured Family Caregiving program is available to spouses. We applaud the state of Indiana for their support of the husbands and wives who are navigating the care of their spouse. If you are caring for your spouse at home in Indiana, find out if you qualify for…

    Read more: ‘My Two Elaines:’ How I cared for my wife with Alzheimer’s
  • A caregiver holding hands with their elderly loved one

    Caring for my husband, I realized cancer was a full-time job

    The state of Indiana recently made the Structured Family Caregiving program available to spouses. We applaud the state of Indiana for their support of the husbands and wives who are navigating the care of their spouse. This month, Seniorlink is publishing a series of love stories to showcase the triumphs, challenges, and emotions…

    Read more: Caring for my husband, I realized cancer was a full-time job
  • Caregivers share smiles outside with their beloved dog

    How to Get Paid as a Family Caregiver in Ohio – The Ohio Individual Options Waiver

    Learn More The 1915c Ohio Individual Options (IO) Waiver is a Home & Community Based Services (HCBS) waiver program. HCBS was first introduced by the U.S. Congress in 1983 to give states an option to receive a waiver of Medicaid rules that govern institutional care through the addition of section 1915c to the…

    Read more: How to Get Paid as a Family Caregiver in Ohio – The Ohio Individual Options Waiver
  • A caregiver holds onto her elderly mother as she shows off some wildflowers

    10 of the best free resources for dementia caregivers

    As a dementia caregiver you might feel lost and alone or like no one understands what you’re going through. There are several types of dementia and the disease progresses differently for everyone. You may be facing a roller-coaster of emotions, ranging from despair and anxiety to anger and frustration, all while trying to…

    Read more: 10 of the best free resources for dementia caregivers
  • Seniorlink CEO Tom Riley featured in Boston Globe commenting on the role of corporations in family caregiving

    Seniorlink President and CEO Tom Riley was recently featured in the Boston Globe encouraging companies to provide employees with family-friendly benefits and flexible time-off. The story, “As labor crunch tightens, employers offer more flexibility to those serving as family caregivers,” highlights the important, but often overlooked, role family caregivers have outside of their…

    Read more: Seniorlink CEO Tom Riley featured in Boston Globe commenting on the role of corporations in family caregiving
  • An elderly lady sitting on a couch with her hands together

    My loved one is lonely, how can I help?

    Aging comes with many inevitable realities, but loneliness doesn’t have to be one of them. The U.S. Census Bureau has reported that 11 million adults aged 65 or older live alone, representing about 28% of people within that age demographic. Those living alone or in isolating circumstances can experience detachment, depression, and find…

    Read more: My loved one is lonely, how can I help?
  • A caregiver daughter posing for a picture with her husband and elderly mother

    Why I put my goals on hold to care for my mom

    Patricia and her family  I have many hobbies and interests. I’m a musician, a baker, traveler and I enjoy practicing French. One of my goals in life is to retire and live in the South of France. However, 2 years ago I had to put my hobbies and goals on hold to care…

    Read more: Why I put my goals on hold to care for my mom

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