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Changing How We Provide Care: Lessons From the Pandemic

Coronavirus has put a spotlight on the new challenges of caregiving

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5 Signs Your Loved One Might Need More Care

5 Signs Your Loved One Needs Caregiving Help

How to evaluate health, safety and quality of life

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How to Be an Effective Advocate for Aging Parents

5 skills that will help you care for the ones you love

Housing Options

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Group Homes Offer Alternative to Aging in Place

Striking a balance between assisted living and home

When it comes time to assess your living situation needs, you have a number of options to pick from. Here is our guide to help you understand what each of them will provide. For our Assess your housing options guide.

Types of Housing Available for Care Recipients

Choosing a place to call home

When a Nursing Home Is Necessary

When You've Decided It's Time for a Nursing Home

Dealing with the emotional choice

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