Study: Challenges for Diverse Family Caregivers

People from all walks of life can find themselves in a situation where they become family caregivers. According to a study by the National Alliance of Caregiving, 17% of family caregivers are Hispanic, 14% are Black, and 5% are Asian American and Pacific Islanders...

Telehealth: An Underused Tool for Family Caregivers

For many family caregivers, one of the most difficult challenges can be simply getting their loved one to see their doctor. Sometimes scheduling visits conflicts with work or other responsibilities. Some caregivers live in remote or rural areas, making a trip to the...

The 6 Stages of Family Caregiving

Few life changes can leave you feeling alone and uncertain quite like becoming a family caregiver. It is a need that often arrives suddenly, and even when it doesn’t, we seldom seem to have enough time to prepare. The good news is that you are not alone—even if it...

You Are Not Alone: Connecting with Caregiver Support Groups

Let’s face it — caregiving is a lonely endeavor at times. And if you’re suddenly (or even unexpectedly) tasked with caregiving for a friend or family member, the adjustment is often a difficult one. On top of that, there’s no instruction manual that’ll make you a...