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Some people are thrust into the role of caregiver abruptly, such as when a loved one has a sudden illness. More often, caregiving is a gradual process that requires preparation. Key to successful caregiving for an older parent or relative is support; experts suggest that caregivers seek out resources such as a local Area Agency on Aging to identify and help resolve problems, and connecting with other caregivers. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about caregiving and elder care, how to manage as a caregiver, questions to ask as a caregiver, resources and tips for caregivers, services available for caregivers, and much more.
Medical Reference
Legal Issues of Caregiving
WebMD explains legal issues around caregiving, including living wills and guardianship.
Heart Failure and Caregiver Burnout
Are you stressed out from caring for a loved one with heart failure? WebMD tells you how to recognize caregiver burnout and what to do about it.
Tips for Managing Caregiver Stress
Learn how you can ease your stress if you're a caregiver for a loved one, including relaxation techniques, biofeedback, and guided imagery.
Tips for Easier Personal Care With Alzheimer’s
WebMD offers tips on how to best care for the personal needs of someone with Alzheimer's disease.
Features
A Caregiver's Plight
Taking care of an aging parent can cause fatigue, stress, even depression. But you can find help -- if you know where to look.
Caregiver Grief Triggers Mixed Emotions
From the initial diagnosis to a loved one's death and beyond, caregivers are faced with a barrage of conflicting feelings. Here's how to cope with them.
Helping Older People Stay at Home
Geriatric care managers, members of a relatively new specialty, coordinate services that can help older people stay in their homes for as long as possible. For families considering such help, though, finding the right help and weighing the options can be daunting.
Shopping for Assisted Living
If someone you love is unable to live independently but doesn't require full-time care, your best bet may be assisted living. But how to choose the best facility to meet your needs? You'll have to shop around -- carefully. Read on to learn what to look for.
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Helping a Declining Mind
Learn to work with seniors with dementia.
Healthy Eating: Low Appetite
Learn the importance of nutrition for your senior.
Healthy Eating: Meal Solutions
Provide tasty, healthy meals for your senior.
Success With Medications
Medication tips for caregivers.
Slideshows & Images
Slideshow: 14 Ways to Avoid Caregiver Burnout
Pets, music, pill organizers, and webcams are some ways to make caregiving a little easier -- and avoid caregiver burnout.
Slideshow: 14 Ways to Avoid Caregiver Burnout
Slideshow: 14 Ways to Avoid Caregiver Burnout
Everyday Tips for Caregivers
WebMD shows you some caregiving tips that will help simplify your loved one's daily life.