Caregiving

My Mother Has Alzheimer’s Disease. This Is How I Explained It To My Kids.

"Sandwich generation" caregivers talk about how to help kids understand a relative's diagnosis.
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The Average Age Of Grandparents Is Changing — And It Has Startling Implications

Demographic shifts may mean changing roles for grandparents within family networks.
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The Invisible Cost Of Caring For A Child With A Health Condition

Two recent studies reveal that these parents often suffer from depression and PTSD. Here are their stories.
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This Is The Bittersweet Part Of Democrats' Sweet Legislative Victory

Democrats were on the cusp of transforming paid leave, child care and home care. Now they're figuring out where they came up short — and when they might get the opportunity to try again.
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9 Exercise Tools For People With Limited Mobility

Therapy balls, interactive games and stationary bikes that might help you or a loved one stay active.
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Kamala Harris Came to My House. Here's What Happened.

"With a woman and mother as vice president, I had hoped we would get a seat at the table. I just never expected that seat to be at my kitchen table."
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Why The Caregiving Agenda Could Be Biden's B.F.D.

It would cost a lot of money. But there's a reason for that.
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Democrats Discuss Scaling Back Caregiving Initiative Because of Budget Pressure

A proposed expansion of services for the elderly and people with disabilities faces major budget pressure.
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How One Grad Student's Story Makes The Case For A Big Investment In Caregiving

A case study in how the pandemic has affected people with disabilities — and what could be done about it.
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Roads, Waterways and ... Home Health Aides? The Case For Biden's Jobs Agenda

He recognizes that investing in the "care economy" can lift incomes and unleash productivity, just like traditional infrastructure projects do.
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