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Caregiver Support

Caregiving is a challenging role physically, emotionally, and financially. Discover supportive programs that can help you better provide for your loved one and avoid burnout.
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How to Become a Successful Caregiver

Apr 19, 2024
Every caregiving situation is unique and should be assessed on its own terms.

Caregiver Self-Care: Why You Should Create a Caregiver Bill of Rights

Mar 04, 2024
Self-care can reduce caregiver burnout and help you stay healthy.

What Is Respite Care? A Guide for Caregivers

Dec 06, 2024
An Asian caregiver is helping, caring for a senior Asian woman in a wheelchair.

Money-Saving Tips for Family Caregivers

Jun 13, 2024
If your caregiving responsibilities are starting to tap your savings account, here’s good news: there are a lot of ways to save money while you take care of an older adult.

Finding Financial Assistance for Family Caregivers

Jun 14, 2024
Family caregivers can find financial assistance through their loved one's Medicare Advantage plan, life insurance policy and caregiving grants.

How Do You Find a Good Caregiver?

Whether you need regular help or occasional respite care, finding the right caregiver requires careful planning and research. Learn how to find a qualified caregiver that’s the perfect fit for you and your care recipient.

Biden's 2024 budget request calls for historic investments in the Older Americans Act, Medicare, and more.

How Do I Find a Good Caregiver? A Step-by-Step Guide

Dec 17, 2024
A young Black male paid caregiver is holding a clipboard while talking to a male older adult about providing his services.

Does Medicare Cover Respite Care?

Dec 12, 2024

Support for Caregivers of Veterans

Nov 21, 2024

Reduced Rides to Help Older Adults Exercise Their Right to Vote

Oct 01, 2024

Help a loved one find benefits

BenefitsCheckUp®

BenefitsCheckUp® makes it easy to find benefits to help your loved one pay for food, medicine, and more. Learn more and find out how you can get help.

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Have You Been to Your Local Senior Center?

Today’s senior center is a vibrant, action-packed combination of local fitness center, job and volunteering headquarters, transportation hub, and tasty dining locale. 

Find Help Locally

Eldercare Locator

The Eldercare Locator is a nationwide service that connects older Americans and their caregivers with trustworthy local support resources. Whether help is needed with services such as meals, home care or transportation, the Eldercare Locator can point you in the right direction.

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