Family members are increasingly caring for aging parents or spouses as the U.S. population gets older. Caregivers' ...
A Pew Research Center survey of 8,750 U.S. adults found that one in 10 reports serving as a caregiver for a parent age 65 or older.
A multimedia project from WOSU Public Media aims to help audiences navigate the complexities of elder care. INSIDE: Caregiving launched in January with audio and video reporting that’s rolling out ...
According to the American Society on Aging, over two million grandparents across the country are primary caregivers to their grandchildren. That comes with unique challenges, especially when it comes ...
Darlene McGlotten-Whitehead says she's been a caregiver to her 10-year-old granddaughter, Laila, on and off for the last eight years. "A very smart little girl," says McGlotten-Whitehead. "Good at ...
Caring for an elderly loved one can be rewarding, but doctors say it can also take a serious toll on family members who often step into the role ...
For the millions of older adults who rely on the support of a family caregiver, successful aging is not an individual achievement but a cooperative process between a care receiver and a caregiver. Yet ...
As the population ages, the need for caregivers among older adults is on the rise, and family members are increasingly taking on these roles.
It’s time to wake up, Grandma!” On the 11th, Lee Geum-nyeo, 80, who lives alone in a house in Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, woke up to a girl’s voice. It was the voice of the robot doll “Hyodol.” After Lee ...
Dear Savvy Senior: Where can I turn for caregiving help? I help take care of my 80-year-old father and work too, and it’s wearing me out. — Worn Out Wendy Dear Wendy: Taking care of an aging parent — ...
This past Christmas, I helped my parents choose a water filter. The latest “smart” models all came with a smartphone app that ...
Ollie Tansimore has been caring for his 11-year-old granddaughter for the last 10 years. "My life is around her, and being around her," says Tansimore. "And we have a good relationship." Last year, he ...