Caregivers

Seeking Caregiver Support

Illinois Family Caregiver Coalition gives caregivers a voice, connects them with resources Balancing a career with caregiving put Amy Brennan…

3 years ago

Winter Weather Tips

Keep your loved ones with dementia safe through this holiday's winter storms. While the snow, wind, and colder temps coming…

3 years ago

From The Frontlines

What advice would you give to someone new to caregiving? “Make sure that you have empathy for the patient that…

3 years ago

Travel Granted

Caregiver travel grants offer respite and adventure to those caring for others. Last May, Yolanda Sampan and her husband headed to…

3 years ago

Geriatric Care Managers

Experts help families navigate tough situations Betsy Calkins and her siblings recently faced a daunting situation. They noticed their mother,…

4 years ago

Dementia and Nutrition

9 tips to keep your loved one eating well with dementia When you think about side effects of dementia, eating…

4 years ago

Keep a Hospital Go-Bag at the Ready

No one wants to end up in the hospital. But each year in the United States, adults 65 and older…

4 years ago

Help Your Loved Ones Stay Safe This Winter

Winter in Chicago is a challenging time for many people. But for older adults, it is especially fraught with risks…

4 years ago

Spousal Strain

Seek support when caring for a partner with dementia In the basement of Frank Pagura’s Elk Grove Village home is…

4 years ago

Downsizing Your Home? 5 Tips to Pare Down Your Stuff

At age 68, Mary knew the time had come to sell the family’s two-flat on Chicago’s North Side that her…

4 years ago

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