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Caregiving
Government-funded day care keeps older adults out of nursing homes
The program provides services that range from medical and mental health care to hot lunches, recreation, transportation and haircuts.
December 23, 2019
Caregiving
More people are dying at home than in a hospital. Is that really a good thing?
It may be great for the person dying, but it’s a life-altering experience for everyone else in the room.
December 16, 2019
Caregiving
The big health care promises we cannot keep
Family caregivers pledge to fulfill their loved ones’ end-of-life wishes. But too often circumstances change.
December 16, 2019
Caregiving
When home health aides cross the line on privacy
You may want to make caregivers feel like part of the family, but what happens when they start posting your parents on Instagram?
December 10, 2019
Caregiving
Planning for your adult child’s care, when she’ll never be able to care for herself
You need to provide for both your own retirement and your child’s needs after you are gone.
December 7, 2019
Caregiving
How much should you tip caregivers and home health aides?
'Tis the season to show your appreciation.
December 6, 2019
Caregiving
As his wife’s caregiver, a doctor discovers what’s missing at health care’s core
A new book describes a doctor's awakening to the realities of caregiving.
December 5, 2019
Caregiving
The rise of the end-of-life coach
What exactly is an end-of-life doula, and how do you know if one is right for you?
November 16, 2019
Caregiving
What you need to know about “grand-sharenting”
And the other big social media scams to look out for.
November 4, 2019
