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    32 tips for caring with a depressed parent

    According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 80% of older adults have one or more chronic health conditions, and 50% of older adults are dealing with at least two chronic health conditions. Because depression is more common among people who have other illnesses or are experiencing limited function, older adults…

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  • What is Caregiver Burnout and How to Handle It

    Caregiving isn’t an easy job, taking both a physical and emotional toll on those who are caring for an aging or disabled friend or loved one. Caregivers often experience stress and fatigue, which, if left unchecked, can eventually lead to caregiver burnout. In this post, we’ll discuss the causes of caregiver burnout, signs…

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  • The 30 most important things for caregivers to keep in mind when receiving remote care

    The COVID-19 pandemic turned everyone’s lives upside down, but some populations were particularly affected by the crisis. Older adults, for instance, are at higher risk of contracting the virus, making it especially important for them – as well as their family members and caregivers – to maintain social distancing and follow all recommendations…

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    Senior Scams: How to keep your family member from falling victim

    Senior citizens are increasingly targeted for scams, and scammers are finding ever more clever ways to trick older adults into falling victim. Scams take a variety of forms and often result in seniors losing money, sensitive personal information that can be used for identity fraud, and, perhaps most importantly, their self-confidence and sense…

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    Why Caregivers Need Respite Care and How to Take Advantage

    In This Article: What is Respite Care?How Do You Pay for Respite Care?Benefits of Respite Care Over 54 million people provide unpaid care for an aging or disabled loved one. For many primary caregivers, the physical, emotional, and financial toll of this work can lead to caregiver fatigue and caregiver burnout. It’s important for…

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    How to communicate with your aging parents about their health (and get them to listen)

    For adults with aging parents, the time often comes where you must discuss their future plans with them. Some of the common topics involve making decisions about money, health, senior living, and other potentially difficult subjects. At some point, you’ll need to discuss sensitive subjects such as whether your aging parent requires home…

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    Tips for Finding the Best Home Delivery Services for Seniors and Caregivers

    Being a caregiver is a tough job – but that doesn’t mean there isn’t help available. There are respite services, special funding for caregivers, and several options in the way of state and community-based services. One of the most accessible ways to get extra help – on demand – is by taking advantage…

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  • What is Telemedicine? Telemedicine Definition & Benefits in a Post Coronavirus World

    The world is in crisis due to the coronavirus pandemic, and for seniors, people who have disabilities , and family caregivers, it’s an especially trying time. Many older adults and people with disabilities have compromised immune systems, making them especially vulnerable to health risks like COVID-19. Telemedicine provides a beacon of hope for…

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