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  • Become a Caregiver in Massachusetts

    Caring for a loved one is selfless and compassionate; it is also a significant commitment of time and energy. In Massachusetts, many family members or friends provide full-time care without realizing they can receive financial support for it. Getting paid to care for a loved one at home not only provides financial stability…

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  • Amanda Hermiller, Social Work Care Manager at Careforth

    Faces of Careforth: Amanda Hermiller

    Caregiving doesn’t happen in isolation; it unfolds within a web of healthcare systems, community resources, and deeply personal decisions. Social workers play a critical role in helping families make sense of it all. Their work not only improves outcomes, but helps caregivers feel seen, supported, and capable in their role. At Careforth, that…

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  • Reducing Decision Fatigue for Caregivers

    What Is Decision Fatigue in Caregiving? Spring is a busy time, and for family caregivers, it can also introduce a new wave of decisions. Schedules begin to shift. Medical appointments may increase after winter delays. Families start planning for summer travel, childcare, or changes in routine. For caregivers already balancing daily care responsibilities,…

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  • Peter Spiak, Manager of Business Applications at Careforth

    Faces of Careforth: Peter Spiak

    Supporting caregivers takes more than compassion alone. It requires coordination, infrastructure, and systems that work seamlessly behind the scenes. For more than 14 years, Peter Spiak has helped build and strengthen the technology that allows our teams to deliver high-quality support to families on our service.  In our newest Faces of Careforth installment,…

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  • Marisa Shafer, Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant at Careforth

    Faces of Careforth: Marisa Shafer

    Behind every caregiver we support is a team of people working thoughtfully and intentionally to make that support possible. At Careforth, our talent acquisition team shapes who joins our organization and, ultimately, how well we serve caregivers and families. Finding the right people isn’t just about filling open roles; it’s about building a…

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  • Medicaid caregiver requirements

    Medicaid Rules Every Family Caregiver Should Know

    Caring for a loved one who relies on Medicaid can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to sort through rules, services, and paperwork while also meeting daily care needs. More than 20% of people enrolled in Medicaid are either over the age of 65 or have a diagnosed disability. Yet this group accounts…

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  • Seasonal Caregiving Tips: A Caregiver’s Checklist 

    Each season brings new changes in weather, daylight, and daily routines that can affect a loved one’s care. Shorter days may disrupt sleep or increase confusion for those sensitive to changes in light. Shifts in temperature can influence comfort and mobility. Even familiar seasonal activities, such as holiday gatherings or time spent outdoors, may require…

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  • Finding Strength in Self-Care: A Letter to the Sandwich Generation

    The phrase, “Sandwich Generation” refers to adults who are simultaneously responsible for caring for their own children and their aging parents. As a former caregiver, this phrase described me best.  I became a caregiver at 16 years old for my mother after her stroke and continued in that role for most of my…

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