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When your relative is actively dying

In the last two weeks, as a loved one is nearing death, it is natural to want to be at their side. But then, what? Especially if you have never been in this situation before, you may feel uncertain�

Need a new doctor?

The pandemic has brought on a wave of physician retirements. Perhaps one of your relative's doctors has sent a letter announcing the close of their practice. Yikes! When choosing a new physician,

Friends? Who has time?

If you are like most family caregivers, your social life has dropped in priority as you juggle your loved one's needs. There just aren't enough hours in the day to keep up all your friendships in add

A spouse’s grief in the face of dementia

Grief is the expected response to a loved one's death. We expect to mourn, and we receive comfort from others. But in the context of a dementia, such as Alzheimer's disease, the loss is not as clear

Making the best use of your time off

Time off from caregiving is precious. But after a break, many family caregivers find they don't feel as refreshed as they hoped they would. Current research provides insights about how to get the

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