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The Sandwich Generation Feels the Caregiving Crunch

Caring for two people is more than twice as hard

  

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Yes, You Can Get Paid to Be a Family Caregiver

Programs that can alleviate the financial burden

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Tax Credits and Deductions for Eligible Caregivers

How you might be able to reduce your tax burden

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Understanding Medicaid Coverage for Nursing Homes

Don't 'spend down' without a plan

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How to Hire an Aide for a Family Member or Friend

First step: determine the level of assistance you need

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Creating a Caregiving Plan When You Have No Caregiver

Legal and financial planning advice for 'elder orphans'

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Paid Family Leave: States With Laws to Help Caregivers

See if your state has a family-leave program

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Elizabeth Dole Foundation fellow Karee White cares for her veteran daughter after a TBI

Road to Recovery: Surviving a Traumatic Brain Injury

Roxana Delgado helped her husband regain independence after he was injured in Iraq

What You Need to Know About Power of Attorney

Everyone older than 18 should have a power of attorney in place — just in case

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