Alzheimer’s disease puts a significant burden on not only the nearly seven million people who have been diagnosed with it, but also the caregivers supporting them. More than 11 million Americans ...

If you're a caregiver for an ill or elderly adult, you're not alone. Millions of others are right there with you. They know how rough it can be, and they want to share their wisdom. When NPR asked ...

Can you actually show up for yourself like you show up for others? Caregiving involves a whirlwind of emotions and adjustments, and often the stages of caregiving involve confusion and frustration as ...

Experienced caretakers and eldercare professionals know that a crisis is the hardest time to learn about the complex world of eldercare. Yet most people put off thinking about these difficult issues ...

More and more people become caregivers every year. AARP estimates there are 63 million unpaid caregivers in the U.S. That’s about one in four people. These are people who care for a loved one who is ...

The holiday season can be a stressful time for everyone — but particularly for those living with dementia, as well as their caregivers and loved ones. Statistics show that an estimated 6.7 million ...

Caregiving places unique stresses on one's emotional and physical wellness. As the primary caregiver for my (now late) husband, I remember feeling like I was trying to push back the ocean waves with a ...

If you've recently taken on the task of caring for an older adult -- whether it be a family member or friend -- it can feel overwhelming. The impact of having to offer an added level of support to an ...

Friedreich’s ataxia is a neuromuscular condition that causes progressive loss of mobility and independence. In most cases, symptoms begin early in life, and many people with the condition begin ...

Family caregivers offer their wit, wisdom and survival tips for the hardest unpaid job in America. If you're a caregiver for an ill or elderly adult, you're not alone. Millions of others are right ...