Honoring Family Caregivers
Honoring Family Caregivers Honoring Family Caregivers Did you know… Across the U.S., nearly 38 million Americans (about 11% of the population) are taking care of loved ones with chronic, disabling or serious health conditions. 60% of family caregivers also have full- or part-time jobs. 30% of all caregivers are caring for two generations. The majority […]
Using Paid Leave to Care for Aging Loved Ones
Using Paid Leave to Care for Aging Loved Ones Using Paid Leave to Care for Aging Loved Ones You used a half day of paid leave to take your dad to an appointment with his cardiologist. After a hospital stay, you used five days of paid leave to help your mom transition back home. Sound […]
7 Ways to Manage Caregiver Stress
7 Ways to Manage Caregiver Stress 7 Ways to Manage Caregiver Stress You missed an important meeting at work, because your mom fell in the shower. You left your son’s big soccer game to take your dad to a doctor’s appointment. You forgot to make cookies for your daughter’s school bake sale, because you were […]
Hiring the Right Caregiver
Hiring the Right Caregiver Hiring the Right Caregiver Your mom is failing – having trouble keeping up with day-to-day tasks like laundry, housekeeping and meal preparation. She needs assistance… but not assisted living. “The overwhelming majority of seniors want to remain in their homes as they age, and with in-home care, they can do that,” […]
Five Reasons Why Caregiving is Meaningful
Five Reasons Why Caregiving is Meaningful Are you looking for a job that provides more than a paycheck? If so, you might want to consider a career in professional caregiving. “At the HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN), we understand the power of compassionate caregiving. For us, caregiving is so much more than a job – it’s […]
Are You Ready for an Encore Career?
Are You Ready for an Encore Career? Are You Ready for an Encore Career? You worked hard. You achieved your professional goals. You saved enough money to retire early and comfortably. You love traveling, playing golf and spending time with your family, but you’re also looking for more – maybe a meaningful encore career. “Professional […]
Family Caregiving by the Numbers
Family Caregiving by the Numbers Family Caregiving by the Numbers Are you currently caring for an aging loved one? If so, you’re definitely not alone. According to the most recent Caregiving in the U.S. report, nearly one in five (19%) Americans are currently providing care to an adult with health or functional needs. The report […]