Tags: Family Caregiving
Format: Website
Part of the Valuing the Invaluable series on the economic value of family caregiving, this report updates national and individual state estimates of the economic value of family caregiving using the most current data available. Â Source: AARP
Tags: Family Caregiving
Format: Website
The “Tips for Caregivers” section of CDC’s Health Literacy website has a list of resources for caregivers who serve older adults. For example, the Palliative Care Communication Institute created “A Communication Guide for Caregivers” to help families talk about cancer and get much needed care and support. View this website for more information and tips for caregivers. (Source: CDC)
Tags: Family Caregiving
Format: PDF, Report
Part of the Valuing the Invaluable series on the economic value of family caregiving, this report updates national and individual state estimates of the economic value of family caregiving using the most current data available. Source: AARP
Tags: Family Caregiving
Format: Website
This article by the National Council on Aging includes 5 resources for family caregivers to help them do their job. Resources include “BenefitsCheckUp,” “My Medication Matters” and more.
Tags: Family Caregiving, Mental Health, Reducing Isolation, Social Engagement
Format: Website
This guide provides tips and advice for the elderly, their caregivers, and family members on how to beat holiday depression.
Tags: Family Caregiving, Massachusetts, Professional Organizations
Format: Website
The Massachusetts Lifespan Respite Coalition’s (MLRC) mission is to promote and support access to quality respite care options that enhance the lives of individuals and families with special needs throughout the lifespan. Their website contains resources for caregivers, caregiver stories, and more.
Tags: Family Caregiving, Massachusetts
Format: Website
Caregiving Metrowest is a website devoted to caregivers of elders is 25 MetroWest towns of Massachusetts. The website provides information, connection to resources and community support.
Tags: Family Caregiving, Massachusetts
Format: Website
This website links to the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs Caregiver Support Page, which provides resources about caregiving.
Tags: Family Caregiving, Home Care and Care Transitions, National, Volunteerism
Format: Website
This website provides resources and information about caregiving, in addition to volunteer opportunities.
Tags: Family Caregiving, Policy
Format: Website
As part of National Family Caregivers Month in November 2014, President Obama gave a Presidential Proclamation.