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The Best and Worst States for Family Caregivers

Class Can the state where you live impact your ability to provide care for an aging loved one? With an estimated 34 million Americans taking on this unpaid role, Caring.com has gathered a list of the best states in the U.S. for family caregivers of older adults

6 Indispensable Tech Tools for Family Caregivers

Class Technological tools can make the tasks involved with caring for an aging loved one a little easier. Here are 6 indispensable tech tools for caregivers.

The Best Podcasts for Family Caregivers

Class These 7 podcasts are excellent picks for family caregivers looking for information, advice and support as they strive to provide the best care possible for aging loved ones.

Young Caregivers in the U.S. Face Adult Challenges

Class It's estimated that there are more than 1 million young caregivers under the age of 18 in the U.S. helping care for adult family members. Caring.com delves into some of the challenges they face, plus the resources available to them.

10 Sanity-Saving Long Distance Caregiving Tips

Class Caring for an elderly loved one from afar? These 10 smart tips will help you check in on your loved one when you need to so you can save your sanity.

12 Caregiver Blogs You Should Be Reading

Class Being a family caregiver can be incredibly challenging, but insights and guidance from others in similar situations can help. If you're caring for an aging loved one, these 12 caregiver blogs are must-reads.

10 Things to Discuss With a New Caregiver

Class Be sure to cover these essentials before your loved one's new caregiver starts on the job.

How to Deal With Caregiver Theft

Class What you need to know to protect someone you're caring for from financial abuse and theft. Plus, what to do if a theft has occurred.

Best Alzheimer's Books of 2017

Class Whether you're looking for inspiration or practical guidance, the following books about Alzheimer's disease can help.

8 Red Flags That an Alzheimer's Caregiver Needs a Break

Class How to tell if you're bound for burnout

Alzheimer's Caregivers

Class How to save your sanity and health while caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease or dementia.

Caregiver Bill of Rights

Class Family caregivers are the unpaid, unsung heroes of our long-term care system. What rights should they have? Contributor Sherri Snelling shares her thoughts.