#caregiving
#caregiving

Asking Eric: Our one stubborn sister thinks she has the last word on Mom

One sibling opposes assisted living for their mother despite the family's agreement on her need for additional care amidst unresolved concerns.

fromkffhealthnews.org

When they don't recognize you anymore

Dementia profoundly affects recognition in relationships, having a deep emotional impact on caregivers and family members.

Navigating the Mental Strain of Gendered Caregiving

Caregiving roles remain gendered, with women assuming most unpaid responsibilities, impacting their mental health.

Complex caregiver dynamics lead to emotional strain, exacerbated by lack of support and unresolved family issues.

fromThe Atlantic

Grandparenting Is Changing

Grandparents are increasingly taking on caregiving roles, impacting their relationships with children and grandchildren.

SF parents

Asking Eric: How I made sure I'll get what I deserve when my dad dies

Effective communication and financial transparency can prevent sibling conflicts in caregiving situations.

Caregiving for my mom and 2 toddlers made me feel like a failure. There was never enough time in the day.

Caregiving for a dying parent while raising young children creates a profound struggle between family needs and personal guilt.

Relationships

Asking Eric: Our one stubborn sister thinks she has the last word on Mom

One sibling opposes assisted living for their mother despite the family's agreement on her need for additional care amidst unresolved concerns.

fromkffhealthnews.org

When they don't recognize you anymore

Dementia profoundly affects recognition in relationships, having a deep emotional impact on caregivers and family members.

Navigating the Mental Strain of Gendered Caregiving

Caregiving roles remain gendered, with women assuming most unpaid responsibilities, impacting their mental health.

Complex caregiver dynamics lead to emotional strain, exacerbated by lack of support and unresolved family issues.

fromThe Atlantic

Grandparenting Is Changing

Grandparents are increasingly taking on caregiving roles, impacting their relationships with children and grandchildren.

more#family-dynamics

UK news

fromThe Washington Post

1 day ago

U.K. to cut foreign workers, the 'backbone' of British nursing homes

The UK ends overseas recruitment of care workers amid concerns of fraud and exploitation.

fromMiami Herald

2 days ago

Millions of kids are caregivers for elders. Why their numbers might grow

Many children, like Joshua Yang, take on caregiving roles for parents, impacting their education and health.

#emotional-challenges

fromBuzzFeed

6 days ago

Parenting

Nannies For Wealthy Families Are Exposing Secrets About What The Job Is Really Like

3 days ago

Parenting

Caregiver Grief

fromBuzzFeed

6 days ago

Parenting

Nannies For Wealthy Families Are Exposing Secrets About What The Job Is Really Like

more#emotional-challenges

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Parenting

Caregiver Grief

#dementia

Carers need care, too': Bruce Willis's wife speaks out after deaths of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa

Caregivers need support and recognition, as highlighted by Emma Heming Willis following the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife.

Medicine

She knew she might get Alzheimer's in her 30s. That didn't make it any easier.

Jaime Bortz struggles with early-onset Alzheimer's, a hereditary condition affecting her family, highlighting the emotional and caregiving burdens involved.

fromwww.nytimes.com

When They Don't Recognize You Anymore

The emotional toll of losing a loved one's memory due to dementia is profound and lasting.

Writing

How Poetry Helps Dementia Caregivers Find Shelter from the Storm | KQED

Mental health

How Seasonal Changes Impact Dementia Sundowning Symptoms

1 week ago

Mindfulness

Could Improv Training Benefit Dementia Caregivers?

Carers need care, too': Bruce Willis's wife speaks out after deaths of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa

Caregivers need support and recognition, as highlighted by Emma Heming Willis following the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife.

Medicine

She knew she might get Alzheimer's in her 30s. That didn't make it any easier.

Jaime Bortz struggles with early-onset Alzheimer's, a hereditary condition affecting her family, highlighting the emotional and caregiving burdens involved.

fromwww.nytimes.com

When They Don't Recognize You Anymore

The emotional toll of losing a loved one's memory due to dementia is profound and lasting.

Writing

How Poetry Helps Dementia Caregivers Find Shelter from the Storm | KQED

Mental health

How Seasonal Changes Impact Dementia Sundowning Symptoms

1 week ago

Mindfulness

Could Improv Training Benefit Dementia Caregivers?

Simplifying The Life Assure Medical Alert Device Setup

Life Assure medical alert devices offer reliable emergency support, promoting seniors' independence and safety at home.

fromCbsnews

1 week ago

Medicaid cuts could push more kids into unpaid family caregiving roles

Rural hospitals may face increased strain from Medicaid funding cuts, affecting care for vulnerable populations like children caregivers.

Shining a Spotlight on the Great Caregiving Transfer

The Great Caregiving Transfer is equally significant as the Great Wealth Transfer, affecting aging caregivers of adults with mental health issues.

fromDigiday

Episode 6 Mom's at Work: The 'Panini' generation - The hidden workforce struggle employers can't ignore

The sandwich generation faces overwhelming challenges balancing childcare and eldercare, often exacerbated by high costs and the pressures of work.

How Caregivers Can Protect Their Relationship With a Loved One

Utilizing supportive language and active listening can improve trust and understanding between caregivers and loved ones.

Focusing on symptoms and validating feelings can help address treatment resistance.

Setting boundaries and practicing self-care is essential for caregivers' well-being.

Motherhood Got Too Hard. So, I Did Something Wild.

Navigating medical challenges for a loved one can deeply impact one's well-being and identity.

fromAlternative Medicine Magazine

How Caregivers Can Create Turning Points

Strong caregiver support and trust can improve treatment outcomes.

Normalize mental illness to reduce stigma and foster acceptance.

Relatable recovery stories can inspire hope and motivate action.

Alternative medicine

Caring for the Caregiver: Mental Health Strategies for Alzheimer's Caregivers

Shining a Spotlight on the Great Caregiving Transfer

The Great Caregiving Transfer is equally significant as the Great Wealth Transfer, affecting aging caregivers of adults with mental health issues.

fromDigiday

Episode 6 Mom's at Work: The 'Panini' generation - The hidden workforce struggle employers can't ignore

The sandwich generation faces overwhelming challenges balancing childcare and eldercare, often exacerbated by high costs and the pressures of work.

How Caregivers Can Protect Their Relationship With a Loved One

Utilizing supportive language and active listening can improve trust and understanding between caregivers and loved ones.

Focusing on symptoms and validating feelings can help address treatment resistance.

Setting boundaries and practicing self-care is essential for caregivers' well-being.

Motherhood Got Too Hard. So, I Did Something Wild.

Navigating medical challenges for a loved one can deeply impact one's well-being and identity.

fromAlternative Medicine Magazine

How Caregivers Can Create Turning Points

Strong caregiver support and trust can improve treatment outcomes.

Normalize mental illness to reduce stigma and foster acceptance.

Relatable recovery stories can inspire hope and motivate action.

Alternative medicine

Caring for the Caregiver: Mental Health Strategies for Alzheimer's Caregivers

more#mental-health

#grief

Photography

She knows she will forget': Grief, dementia and motherhood in pictures

Katherine Hubbard's work explores grief and caregiving through photography, intertwining personal narratives with performance and domestic space.

Women

Maria Shriver calls NBC's Sheinelle Jones 'a courteous caregiver' after death of her husband Uche Ojeh

Photography

She knows she will forget': Grief, dementia and motherhood in pictures

Katherine Hubbard's work explores grief and caregiving through photography, intertwining personal narratives with performance and domestic space.

Women

Maria Shriver calls NBC's Sheinelle Jones 'a courteous caregiver' after death of her husband Uche Ojeh

I used to believe success was only about climbing the corporate ladder. I'm grateful my mom showed me that taking a step back can bring happiness, too.

The author's mother balanced work and caregiving, prioritizing family over career, profoundly influencing the author's understanding of parenting.

I spent summers in Transylvania with my grandfather when I was little. Now he's 97, so I moved there to be closer to him.

The author reflects on their evolved relationship with their grandfather, from being cared for to providing care, emphasizing love and respect in both roles.

fromwww.npr.org

Mental health

Caregiving can test you, body and soul. It can also unlock a new sense of self

fromPadailypost

SF parents

Patricia Glass Morgan

I used to believe success was only about climbing the corporate ladder. I'm grateful my mom showed me that taking a step back can bring happiness, too.

The author's mother balanced work and caregiving, prioritizing family over career, profoundly influencing the author's understanding of parenting.

I spent summers in Transylvania with my grandfather when I was little. Now he's 97, so I moved there to be closer to him.

The author reflects on their evolved relationship with their grandfather, from being cared for to providing care, emphasizing love and respect in both roles.

fromwww.npr.org

Mental health

Caregiving can test you, body and soul. It can also unlock a new sense of self

fromPadailypost

SF parents

Patricia Glass Morgan

more#family

#retirement-planning

Gene Hackman's death highlights the need for longevity planning

The current retirement planning narrative overlooks important infrastructure for healthy aging and caregiving.

from24/7 Wall St.

Retirement

How I Plan to Save for My Parents' Retirement - A Balancing Act of Family Responsibility

Gene Hackman's death highlights the need for longevity planning

The current retirement planning narrative overlooks important infrastructure for healthy aging and caregiving.

from24/7 Wall St.

Retirement

How I Plan to Save for My Parents' Retirement - A Balancing Act of Family Responsibility

more#retirement-planning

#cultural-heritage

San Francisco

In a Flooded Future San Francisco, Care Is All We Have | KQED

Kwan's debut novel intertwines personal loss and cultural history amid environmental catastrophe.

SF parents

The Poetry of Resilience | KQED

Resilience manifests through creativity, community, and shared experiences, as depicted in personal stories from various individuals in California.

San Francisco

In a Flooded Future San Francisco, Care Is All We Have | KQED

Kwan's debut novel intertwines personal loss and cultural history amid environmental catastrophe.

SF parents

The Poetry of Resilience | KQED

more#cultural-heritage

fromBuzzFeed

People Scared Of Dying Are Feeling At Peace After Hearing These 10 Profound Experiences

"I remind myself of the billions of people (and animals) who have gone through it already. It's like when I was doing my driving test and I would look at other people and think, 'If they are able to drive, then surely I can!' You'll be joining all your ancestors, Marilyn Monroe, Jesus, the Queen Elizabeths, and many more. If they can all do it, so can you..."

Retirement

Mindfulness

Keeping Your Heart Open to Care Without Burning Out

Empathic distress fatigue is often misidentified as compassion fatigue among caregivers.

Viewing care as a limited resource can exacerbate caregiver burnout.

'We-care' practices can help improve caregiver resilience and capacity.

Texas mortgage duo rallies industry, Aggies for ALS fundraiser

Cissu emphasized the urgency of raising funds for ALS, stating that with limited awareness and government support, the community needs to come together for research.

Fundraising

fromAdvocate.com

Her partner of 45 years developed Alzheimer's. She's sharing their story to 'take away fear'

Janice Goldberg reflects on her journey as a caregiver for her partner Sue, who has Alzheimer's disease, aiming to raise awareness through a documentary.

Day care workers reveal 'unhinged' parents' craziest requests as frustrations boil over

Outrageous requests from parents showcase their burnout and unrealistic expectations on daycare workers.

Fashion & style

fromwww.amny.com

How this celebrity stylist and launches tribute collection to honor late husband's and raise awareness for Dementia care | amNewYork

Celebrity stylist Montgomery Frazier launches a fashion line in memory of his late husband, raising awareness for dementia care.

#public-art

fromTime Out New York

fromJewish Telegraphic Agency

This new massive sculpture in Grand Army Plaza honors motherhood in all of its forms

The 'Monuments to Motherhood' sculpture honors the universal contributions of caregiving through an interactive bronze installation.

Parenting

Meet the Jewish artist behind a towering new sculpture in Brooklyn's Prospect Park - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

fromTime Out New York

fromJewish Telegraphic Agency

This new massive sculpture in Grand Army Plaza honors motherhood in all of its forms

The 'Monuments to Motherhood' sculpture honors the universal contributions of caregiving through an interactive bronze installation.

Parenting

Meet the Jewish artist behind a towering new sculpture in Brooklyn's Prospect Park - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Miscellaneous

Well-being masterclass: How to avoid the pitfalls of company "carewashing"

fromEntrepreneur

Startup companies

She Went From Single Mother to Franchise Industry Powerhouse | Entrepreneur

fromBig Think

Miscellaneous

Well-being masterclass: How to avoid the pitfalls of company "carewashing"

fromEntrepreneur

Startup companies

She Went From Single Mother to Franchise Industry Powerhouse | Entrepreneur

more#leadership

fromenglish.elpais.com

How parenthood protects the brain from the effects of aging

Raising children has neuroprotective benefits for parents' brain health, suggesting broader societal advantages.

#gene-hackman

SF parents

Gene Hackman was driving near home three months before his death: report

Gene Hackman, despite being seen in good health months prior, succumbed to advanced Alzheimer's and cardiovascular disease.

Writing

Gene Hackman's final days marked by isolation: slowing down and reclusive'

Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa died of natural causes, illustrating the profound connection and challenges faced by caregivers and their loved ones.

fromLos Angeles Times

Writing

'G' and his 'lovely girl': Gene Hackman penned poignant notes to wife amid Alzheimer's battle

Retirement

Gene Hackman's wife Betsy seen on surveillance footage in last public appearance the day before she died

SF parents

Gene Hackman was driving near home three months before his death: report

Gene Hackman, despite being seen in good health months prior, succumbed to advanced Alzheimer's and cardiovascular disease.

Writing

Gene Hackman's final days marked by isolation: slowing down and reclusive'

Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa died of natural causes, illustrating the profound connection and challenges faced by caregivers and their loved ones.

fromLos Angeles Times

Writing

'G' and his 'lovely girl': Gene Hackman penned poignant notes to wife amid Alzheimer's battle

Retirement

Gene Hackman's wife Betsy seen on surveillance footage in last public appearance the day before she died

Emotional Rituals During Sickness or Injury

Emotional connection rituals are vital during illness.

Couples benefit from discussing care preferences when sick.

from24/7 Wall St.

At 26, I'm paying off 13,000 in debt while caring for my disabled mother-how can I break free from financial fear?

Managing debt as a caregiver is challenging, but forming a realistic budget is essential.

#technology

Parenting

I left my director job at Meta after becoming my dad's caregiver. Here's how I'm helping people like me.

NYC startup

New York's elderly can now get a 'virtual companion' for chats, medication reminders and memory games

I left my director job at Meta after becoming my dad's caregiver. Here's how I'm helping people like me.

Shauna Sweeney left her role at Meta to create an app for caregivers after experiencing the challenges of looking after her father with Alzheimer's.

NYC startup

New York's elderly can now get a 'virtual companion' for chats, medication reminders and memory games

Seniors' TVs become caregiving platforms with ONSCREEN's pilot program in New York.

The Motherhood Penalty and the Fatherhood Competence Gap

Mothers face career setbacks due to biases against their competence.

Caregiving fathers are viewed as less competent and lack support systems.

Achieving gender equity requires addressing biases towards both genders.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

Facing a silver tsunami, Nevada home health care workers demand a $20 minimum wage

Home health care workers in Carson City are advocating for a raise to $20 an hour due to increased living costs and demand for services.

Male Caregivers Show What Real Strong Men Are Made Of

Over 20 million men in the U.S. are informal caregivers, challenging traditional gender norms surrounding caregiving.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Bruce Willis at 70, the film legend whose memory is fading and who is supported by seven women

Bruce Willis has retired from public life due to battles with aphasia and frontotemporal dementia, with his family now caring for him.

fromDigital Insurance

Family caregiving responsibilities impact women investors' careers, Nationwide

Economic uncertainty and caregiving duties hinder women's retirement savings across generations.

Australian men doing no more housework than they were 20 years ago still 50% less than women

"In its 19th iteration, the Hilda report shows Australian men are not doing any more housework than 20 years ago, while women handle exponentially more."

UK news

Grey Matter review feelgood Alzheimer's film is well-meaning life-lesson comedy

The film struggles to balance humor and sensitivity in addressing Alzheimer's and the caregiver experience.

fromFinanceBuzz

9 Computer-Less Work From Home Jobs for the Technically Challenged

If you're looking to tap into a new source of income that doesn't involve the stress of navigating new computer programs, here are a few ideas to consider.

Tech industry

Leaving a job to become an unpaid caregiver can be difficult. Trying to get your job or salary back could be even harder.

Older Americans are facing a difficult choice: leave behind a career they've built for decades to care for their parents, or stay at their job and cover the high cost of care.

Miscellaneous

Medicine

Family caregivers are on the rise due to aging-in-place preferences

The number of older adults needing care increased significantly, with an associated rise in caregiving hours.

fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

Asking Eric: My friend's reaction to my writing was dismaying. Maybe she's jealous?

It's clear your friend chose to spend her time with your crafted words, which in itself is an honor. Seeking feedback and receiving it can differ.

Writing