Patients with dementia who participated in a Medicare-funded collaborative care program that provided support and medical advice for caregivers were able to remain in their home communities longer ...

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 ...

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 ...

The Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Support Initiative unveiled new organizational branding that squarely reflects its focus on ...

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Seventy-five percent to 80 percent of care received by community-dwelling older adults comes from family members or friends, most of whom are unpaid. On average, family caregivers provide 17 hours of ...

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 ...