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The Unexpected 'Gift' of Being a Family Caregiver During COVID

Finding the silver lining in the midst of a pandemic

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Don’t Forget Self-Care While Caring for a Loved One

AARP’s Mental Health Center can help

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Get, Give Help With AARP Community Connections Tool

Linking volunteers with people in need

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COVID-19 Spotlights Need to Expand Family Leave Policies

Changes may determine if many women stay at work

Care at Home More news and advice on COVID-19

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The Collective Exhale as the Coronavirus Vaccine Roles Out

Caregivers breathe a big sigh of relief

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Caregiving Lessons From the Pandemic

It's put a spotlight on new challenges

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What Caregivers Need to Know About Medical Marijuana

Rules, restrictions and guidance

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What to Know When Taking Someone to the Doctor

Be aware of new policies and procedures

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Questions to Ask Your Home Health Aide During COVID

Stay up to date on infection control, staffing and more

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Teens Reach Out to Isolated Older Americans

Virtual programs are lifting spirits during coronavirus

Care at a Skilled Facility More News About Nursing Homes

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Effort to Vaccinate Nursing Homes Is off to a Slow Start

Under a quarter of doses distributed have been used

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COVID Deaths Spiral Higher in Nursing Homes

More than 200,000 new cases over 4 weeks

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Track the Status of Nursing Home Visits in Your State

Some facilities allow visitors, but protocols vary

Coping

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Caregiver's Quarantine Diary: How I'm Handling the Stress

Sometimes just doing the best we can is good enough

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The Emotional Challenges of End-of-Life Caregivers

Take time together to reminisce and reflect

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How Women Caregivers Can Thrive at Work During COVID

Leaving the workforce isn't your only option

CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER

Helping you navigate your role as a family caregiver

Video Spotlight

6 Questions to Ask if a Loved One Is in a Nursing Home

Amy Goyer provides questions to ask nursing homes, assisted living or other long-term care facilities

Caring for Someone With Coronavirus

How you can help care for a loved one with a doctor’s approval for home recovery

Planning Your Advance Health Care Directives

Amanda Singleton offers advice on preparing your advance health care directives during the pandemic

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