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…
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…
Have you ever heard someone talk to an older adult like they were a child? Maybe they said things like, “Are we ready for our nap?” Or they used names like “sweetie” or “dear.” This way of speaking is called elderspeak. It’s common, especially among caregivers and family members. People often use it to sound…
Sudden-Onset Caregiving: Maria’s Story Maria was a 35-year-old marketing professional when she got a phone call that changed her life. Her mother, who had always been independent, had fallen and broken her hip. Maria suddenly realized that her mother would need help — not just for recovery, but possibly long-term. At first, Maria felt overwhelmed….
