Caregiver Support & Resources

Surviving the Sandwich Generation: Tips for Family Caregivers


Have you ever undertaken the feat of trying to push a stroller and a wheelchair at the same time?

If so, then you are firmly a member of the “sandwich generation”— that is, an adult who is taking care of growing children and aging parents simultaneously.

Of course, your situation might not be so dramatic, but it is probably chaotic as you juggle doctor’s appointments with work commitments, parent/teacher meetings and all the other facets of today’s busy schedules.

Be assured you are not alone: A Pew Research study […]

Hiring a Home Health Aide (HHA): What You Should Know


Aging in place is still the preference of the vast majority of Americans—a whopping 80 percent, according to a survey by AARP.

But the reality is that a large percentage of those homesteaders are likely to eventually require help in a number of areas—from assistance with some or all of their “activities of daily living” (ADLs), such as grooming and meal preparation, to companionship and emotional support. Many families turn to a home health care aide (HHA) to fulfill many of these roles.

What is a Home Health […]

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