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The Story Behind 'Caregiver: A Love Story'

Physician Jessica Zitter’s new film about the last days of a woman's life puts a caregiving husband in the spotlight
April 8, 2021
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Family Caregiver Burnout: This Author's Personal Experience and Advice

"Already Toast" author Kate Washington speaks frankly about the stresses of being a family caregiver in America
April 7, 2021
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How a Bone Broth Suggestion Set This Caregiver Off

In this "Already Toast" excerpt, the author reveals why her anger bubbled up
April 7, 2021
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Author Diane Rehm

The State of the Medical Aid-in-Dying Debate

Diane Rehm on her book and documentary, 'When My Time Comes'
April 6, 2021
Older woman in wheelchair using oxygen outside in a garden, nature, Next Avenue

In Life’s Last Chapter, What Matters? A Room With a View

A window overlooking a stand of trees helped revive this writer’s dying mother
March 30, 2021
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The Nursing Home Vulnerabilities That Led to Disaster

Experts say these five main factors caused the colossal failures during the pandemic
March 26, 2021
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A Call for a Humanitarian Response to Alzheimer's

'The Problem of Alzheimer's' author Dr. Jason Karlawish says it’s time to help caregivers and patients reclaim their lives
March 18, 2021
Old photograph of a group home on the water with people outside, history, Next Avenue

How’d We Get Here? The History of Nursing Homes

From colonial almshouses to privatization and regulation
March 5, 2021
Older man in wheelchair being hugged by his wife, caregiver, deaf, Next Avenue

Deaf Caregivers Say Fixing Communication Barriers in Health Care Is Long Overdue

As more deaf adults become caregivers to their parents, the need for clear communication with health pros is growing
March 4, 2021
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The New Awards Program to Help Alzheimer’s Families

Inspired by personal need, the founder of Maude’s Awards champions innovators
March 3, 2021
Black nurse visits patient during home care visit, disparities, dementia care, Next Avenue

The State of Alzheimer’s 2021: Stress, COVID-19, Disparities and Racism

A new Alzheimer’s Association report echoes the past year’s themes
March 2, 2021
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The Best Mindset for Helping an Aging Parent

This excerpt from "When Your Aging Parent Needs Help" recommends being clear about what your role is — and isn’t
February 23, 2021
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Alexa, Please Call My Parents

Alexa Care Hub promises support for caregivers separated by miles and COVID-19
February 19, 2021
Opinion
Holding COVID-19 vaccine, people with disabilities, Next Avenue

OPINION: My Disabled Son Desperately Needs the COVID-19 Vaccine

The mother of a 28-year-old with autism worries about the continued risks he faces
February 11, 2021
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Pay Close Attention to Dental Health

For caregivers, and those they care for, maintaining good daily habits is vital
February 8, 2021
A caregiving husband and his wife, Alzheimer’s disease, Next Avenue

A Husband's Caregiving Journey

As his late wife slowly succumbed to Alzheimer’s disease, he educated himself and found help
February 5, 2021
Older man walking alone, end of life, life stages, Next Avenue

Is End of Life Its Own Stage of Life?

A sociologist makes the case for embracing this period as a distinct life stage
February 3, 2021
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