Family caregivers make a lot of sacrifices to care for older, sick, or disabled relatives. There are many costs involved in caregiving, such as covering travel expenses, paying bills, and buying household essentials. These costs can add up to create a significant financial burden for caregivers. Many states offer some form of payment for family […]
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Spring is here and the Department of Family and Support Services – Senior Services Division invites you to join our Savvy CaregiverTM training program for family and friends who care for persons with Alzheimer’s and other related dementias. This program is six-weeks, meeting 2 hours per week online and supports caregivers by helping them to:
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Finding Meaning and Hope: A Free Discussion Series for Dementia Family Caregivers Finding Meaning and Hope is a free 10-week discussion series for dementia family caregivers where participants discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. Participants learn skills to stay strong, healthy,
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First of its kind: For the first time, healthcare and community service organizations, providers and funders have an easy-to-use, comprehensive resource to learn about and compare many of the top dementia caregiving programs. Best Practice Caregiving provides detailed information about the: focus of each program (e.g., reducing stress, understanding dementia, planning care, skill-building, health and
Interested in volunteering for research on Alzheimer’s, related dementias, and cognitive health? Search for clinical trials and studies near you with NIA’s Clinical Trials Finder. New and featured studies Click on the trial name for details, including contact information. Caregivers In-Home Technology for Dementia Caregivers (multiple sites) Mindfulness Training for African American Dementia Caregivers (Chapel
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Are you caring for an older family member or friend? It can be overwhelming to get started. Check out this new article to get answers to common questions including: How do I help organize important paperwork and get affairs in order? How can I help my older parents from afar? How do I choose a
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Although the holidays can be especially stressful for families living with Alzheimer’s, you might be surprised to learn that maintaining or adapting family rituals and traditions can help all family members feel connected. Follow these tips to help you have an enjoyable holiday season: Celebrate holidays that are important to you. Be sure to find
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On Friday, June 21st, Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton, and members of the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Advocacy, kicked off the #LGCares listening event to speak with caregivers impacted by Alzheimer’s Disease. Their first stop on the tour was to meet with members of Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center’s Without Warning, a support group for those living with
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The role of a caregiver is not easy. The workload is time consuming, physically and emotionally taxing, and can lead to feelings of frustration, stress, anger, isolation and depression. Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia-related diseases is even more challenging, as caregivers find themselves having to deal with multiple behavioral and psychological
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Immediately after a person dies can be an emotional time. Even if you have prepared for the moment, take the time you need to say goodbye. Here are some tips to make the process a bit easier: Arrange any special religious, ethnic, or cultural customs that are performed soon after death. If the death seems
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