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  • A caregiver providing support to her mother and daughter.

    Balancing Back-to-School Routines While Caring for Aging Parents: 5 Practical Tips for the Sandwich Generation

    As summer comes to a close and back-to-school season ramps up, family caregivers in the Sandwich Generation—those juggling the responsibilities of raising children while also caring for aging parents—find themselves facing a unique set of challenges. It’s a busy time filled with transitions, paperwork, and new routines. The stress and pressure can feel…

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  • A family enjoying a relaxing moment.

    Maintaining Your Own Life While Being a Family Caregiver

    Caregiving is often a 24/7/365 role. It’s incredibly important, but it can be challenging, rewarding, and requires a lot of selflessness. Depending on what their loved one needs, caregivers often handle detailed and mentally challenging tasks. These responsibilities can take a significant toll on a caregiver’s physical, emotional, and mental well-being.   Caregivers are often…

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  • Caregiving Spotlight: Caring for “Dangerous” Dan with Down Syndrome

    We extend our heartfelt thanks to Dan, Kerry, Bruce, Madison, Lindsay, and Jessica for their openness and willingness to share their experiences. We hope that by sharing their journey, others who find themselves in similar situations can find inspiration, support, and encouragement to build their own networks of care and connection.    Meet Dan,…

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  • Three ladies hugging and smiling, radiating warmth and support in a shared journey of caregiving

    Challenges Caregivers Face in Personal Relationships

    Everyone has different expectations for the challenges that a caregiving role might bring, such as the difficulty of managing a loved one’s medical needs or transporting them to appointments. But there are social impacts for caregivers as well. Caregiving goes beyond helping a loved one with health and wellness at home; it can…

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  • Caregiver caring for their child with autism.

    Caregiving For Your Child, Young or Old, with Autism

    A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) shows one in 36 (2.8%) 8-year-old children in the U.S. have been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Furthermore, according to Autism Speaks, 80% of adults with autism live at home and receive support from a caregiver. In other words, if you’re taking…

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  • Are you a caregiver and don't know it?

    Are You A Caregiver and Don’t Know It?

    It’s a fact: many people are caregivers and don’t even realize it. As reported by Careforth CEO Matt Marek in McKnight’s Home Care, nearly one third of the U.S. population either gives or receives family care at home. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) estimates that about 53 million Americans…

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  • Donita Karen and Richard

    Family Caregiver Journey Spotlight: Donita Brown and Karen & Richard

    The following post shares the stories and Caregiving Journeys of Karen and Richard, and Careforth Care Manager, Donita Brown. The Careforth team thanks Donita, Karen, and Richard 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…

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