Many people live far away from their family or friends who need help. If you don’t live nearby, you can still provide support and assistance as a long-distance caregiver. From a distance, you may be able to: Find more ways you can help with caregiving from afar.
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Making health care decisions for someone at the end of life can be overwhelming. It can be even more difficult if you don’t have written or verbal guidance from them. If you’re making care decisions without specific guidance, one helpful tip is to reflect on whether they have ever expressed an opinion about someone else’s
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Caregiver burnout is like a candle that runs out of a wick — it doesn’t have what it needs to continue to provide light. It is a state of exhaustion that can happen when caregivers selflessly dedicate their time and energy to manage the health and safety of a loved one and neglect to take
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Stressbusters is a program that Pathlights offers to informal caregivers or family members who are caring for someone with a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or a related dementia or signs of significant memory loss. This is a multi-component program focusing on support, problem-solving, education, and stress management techniques. It addresses stress and the impact of long-term
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Caregiving comes with multiple responsibilities. It can sometimes be difficult to stay organized when caring for a loved one. NIA offers free worksheets that can help coordinate care and keep track of caregiving responsibilities and needs. Worksheets include: Download and print all of NIA’s caregiver worksheets.
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Millions of Americans care for a family member with a serious health condition. Caregiving can be rewarding and challenging at the same time. To help caregivers find information and support, NIA has compiled a toolkit of materials and resources, including: You can also find more information on caregiving research as well as resources from across
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