In 2025, almost 63 million Americans are aged 65 and over. That represents about 18.6% of the total U.S. population. Think of all the knowledge, experience and wisdom those seniors possess! Those numbers are growing at a historical rate. In fact, some data projects 1 in 5 Americans to be 65 years old or older…
An Especially Hurtful Moment: Mary’s Story Mary had always had a reputation for being mentally sharp. A retired schoolteacher with a love for crossword puzzles, she prided herself on remembering wedding anniversaries, Bible verses, and the names of every neighbor on her street. As she and her daughter were leaving their local grocery store one…
Caring for someone you love is a beautiful thing. But it often comes with hidden costs, especially financial ones. Many caregivers don’t realize how much they’re spending on family caregiving until it starts to affect their financial bottom line. Across the U.S., millions of family members provide unpaid care. In fact, caregivers contribute over $873…
While perusing a Reddit caregiving forum recently, I searched for the word “resentment.” The volume of results from that search tells me that a lot of caregivers deal with feelings of resentment in their role. One antidote to resentment can be building our appreciation for those we care for. Think about it: It’s hard to…
Taking care of patients in my early 20s is what got me started on my own caregiving journey. The professional nurses at the clinic where I volunteered were great role models. They taught me important lessons that I still use today. This week, many of those lessons are coming back to me. Honoring National Nurses…
Minds Under Fire: Jacey’s Story At 22, Jacey was thrust into caregiving when her 43-year-old father suffered a massive stroke. As his only child, she had no experience and little support. She found herself in a hospital room, trying to make sense of medical jargon and life-changing decisions. For days on end, she sat by…
