Finding ways to honor and connect with loved ones who have passed Fact checked by Shannon Sparks Oliver Brown Leopold had a robust life. As a teenager, he created apps for other students at Evanston Township High School and for the city’s fire department, where he had participated in their youth fire patrol program. During […]
Photo: Self-care, although often neglected by caregivers, is critical when looking after a loved one. SDI Productions/E+ via Getty Images Family caregivers can help shape the outcomes for their loved ones – an ICU nurse Read More
Tips for navigating assisted living options when your loved one has addiction About 1 million adults aged 65 and older in the U.S. have a substance use disorder, according to the National Institute of Drug Abuse. Read More
When abusive parents need caregiving, adult children often face a difficult decision. A contract often exists between parents and children, whether spoken or not: Parents protect and care for their child when the child is Read More
A Q&A with anthropologist Rebecca Berman, PhD, who interviewed dozens of caregivers about what it’s like to care for a loved one For our recent cover story, “Once Upon a Caregiver”, we Read More
In the months since the Covid-19 public health emergency, we’ve wondered how professional caregiving has changed. Here, representatives from six care businesses share their experiences and insights, as well as how they’re moving Read More
Distance doesn’t have to end relationships. How to stay connected when a friend moves or goes through health changes. Veronica Boyajian and her husband — both in their 60s and formerly of Highland Park, Illinois — Read More
By K.J. Bannan When a loved one can’t find the answers, a caregiver can fill in the gaps Anna Falkenstein’s husband went into cardiac arrest six years ago while walking outside. He Read More
When your loved one’s health needs require specialized caregiving Imagine that someone you love has cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, or another condition that requires specialized care. Do you learn how to care for them, Read More
When a loved one passes away, recognizing their passions offers one way to honor their memory. For those who served in the military, arranging for an honor guard detail at their wake or funeral can Read More