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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…
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…
Mental health challenges can impact anyone at any time of life. However, older adults tend to be more vulnerable to depression and other mental illnesses, on average, with 14% of adults aged 60 or older suffering from a mental disorder. “If you recognize or hear from a loved one that their day-to-day life is significantly…
Caregivers, often family members, are the people who regularly provide care for a child or adult who is sick, elderly, or has a disability. Family caregivers take care of their loved ones every day. They help with daily tasks, providing emotional support, and assist with whatever their loved one may need. “Many people…
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’)…
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…
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…
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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