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A recent AARP study found that, “78% of family caregivers regularly incur out-of-pocket costs caring for a loved one, with the average annual expenditure topping $7,200.” Did you know that you may be able to receive monetary compensation for your role as a family caregiver? Here’s a detailed list of resources to help you determine whether you could qualify.

When you’re a caregiver for a loved one with a chronic illness such as Alzheimer’s or dementia, it’s hard to know what any given day will be like. Some days are better than others. Life is grand when your loved one is feeling strong and healthy, ready to take on the world. But the challenging […]

For parents raising a child with a cognitive delay or autism, keeping a child safe brings on a completely different set of concerns. With all children, you’re worried about keeping them safe on the playground, teaching them how to look both ways when crossing the street, and not talk to strangers. But for a parent […]

As summer comes to an end, parents are preparing for the start of a new school year. For parents of children living with allergies, going back to school can be an especially stressful time. Parents, typically, can best control their children’s exposure to allergens as well as recognize the first symptoms of an allergic reaction. […]

Fall prevention for an aging parent is a concern for any caregiver. According to the Centers for Disease Control: “Each year, millions of older people—those 65 and older—fall. In fact, more than one out of four older people falls each year, but less than half tell their doctor. Falling once doubles your chances of falling again.” With […]