Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Vietnam veteran Jerry King holds onto his wife, Pauline, as she lifts him into his wheel chair at their home in Anna, Illinois.

Medicare offers help for caregivers of dementia patients but getting the word out has not been easy. People who work in dementia care are trying to build awareness of a Medicare benefit of $2,500 to ...

Ollie Tansimore has been caring for his 11-year-old granddaughter for the last 10 years. "My life is around her, and being around her," says Tansimore. "And we have a good relationship." Last year, he ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Advocates for family members and friends who support severely ill or injured veterans who need daily care are pushing the Biden ...

The challenges of caring for elders can result in caregivers ignoring their own physical and emotional health. Caregivers often don't recognize the symptoms of stress that they are experiencing. For a ...

At the Alzheimer's Association International Conference, leading experts gathered to share breakthroughs in research and highlight the importance of innovative programs, including Florida's ...

Most of us think of "family caregiver" as a demanding role. While there are many challenges, there are also rewards. Personal Growth & Grit: Caregiving can result in personal development. As ...

Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) recently hosted about 70 people at its headquarters for a free caregiver workshop. Cheryl Clark-Woods, director of PCA's Caregiver Support Program, says the ...

The model is designed to enhance the quality of life for patients and reduce caregiver burden through person-centered care.