Caregiver Support for Older Adults

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A Black senior woman embraces her husband who's sitting in a wheelchair. They're enjoying the beautiful day outside.

Nov 3, 2016

For Older Adult Caregivers: Don't Burn Out, Find a Respite Read Article

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Dec 1, 2023

Programs for Advance Care Planning, Care Transitions, and Caregiver Support Read Article

Healthcare workers assist an elderly couple, disabled husband and wife, as they enter the senior center.

Jan 29, 2021

Improving Access to Transportation for Older Adults & People with Disabilities Read Article

Older/senior hands are placed on top of a stack of one dollar bills.

Jan 19, 2022

How to Get Help Paying for Food, Housing, and Healthcare Read Article

This list of resources can help you find financial, housing, and mental health help following a disaster.

Jan 16, 2024

Finding Post-Disaster Resources for Older Adults Read Article

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For the first time, older adults without kids at home who work could get money from the federal government to boost their income through the Earned Income Tax Credit.

Jan 23, 2024

Who Qualifies for the Earned Income Tax Credit? Read Article

Oct 5, 2023

Unconditional: Mental Health of Caregivers Subject of Powerful Documentary Read Article

Sep 7, 2023

5 Tips to Be Prepared and Banish Fear of Hospitals While Living with Chronic Illness Read Article

Aug 4, 2023

Can You Afford to Age in Place? Read Article

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The Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly program provides subsidized housing for older adults with low income. Learn how it works.

Jul 21, 2023

A Guide to Section 202 Supportive Housing for Older Adults

Congregate meals bring older adults together in convenient community settings. Learn how these programs support overall health and well-being.

Feb 9, 2023

What Is a Congregate Meal? How Do They Benefit Older Adults?

Rideshare work for companies like Lyft provides caregivers a flexible space to earn income. This fact sheet breaks down some statistics about caregivers who drive for Lyft.

Dec 9, 2022

Work Hour Flexibility Means Many Caregivers Choose to Drive with Lyft

November marks National Family Caregivers Month, a time to celebrate and support the millions of unpaid family caregivers who provide vital care nationwide.

Oct 28, 2022

How to Support Family Caregivers Taking Care of Older Adults

The pandemic has underscored the essential work that caregivers do to keep our families safe and power an economy that is still struggling to rebound.

Nov 23, 2021

Rosie the Riveter Is Now Cristina the Caregiver, and She’s Ready to Build Back Better

An older adult, senior father has his arm around his U.S. veteran son - both are smiling with pride.

Aug 4, 2021

VA Offers Support Services to Caregivers of Veterans

“When you have a good [woman] friend, that person is part of your breath,” especially as you age.

May 10, 2021

Women Friendships: Built to Last

Senior Asian man is paying at the grocery register with his two granddaughters, while all are wearing their masks during the pandemic.

Apr 9, 2021

How Seniors Can Get Help Paying for Food with SNAP

An older female caregiver has her arms around her senior female loved one as they both stare happily outside.

Jun 21, 2018

What Is a Representative Payee and Who Can Become One?

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