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An effective way to reduce stress and not feel so alone is to join a top Facebook support group for caregivers

Support & Support Groups

13 Caregiver Support Groups on Facebook

Private support groups for caregivers on Facebook are at your fingertips Caring for an older adult can be a difficult...

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Reduce Caregiver Stress with a DIY Gratitude Calendar

Noticing what you’re grateful for reduces stress A quick and simple way to reduce caregiving stress is to keep a...

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In-Home Care / Practical Tips

Keeping Aging Parents at Home: 5 Top Caregiving Tips

How to care for seniors at home for as long as possible People often say “I promised her I’d never...

Veteran caregivers can get support from 5 free AARP resources

Veteran Caregiver Support: 5 AARP Resources

This past year, veteran and military caregivers have taken on more responsibilities along with increased isolation, stress, and anxiety. Caregiver...

Adding laughter to caregiving is an effective way to combat the negative effects of stress

5 Ways to Add Laughter to Caregiving

Caregiving is a challenging responsibility that increases stress and contributes to burnout and compassion fatigue. One effective way to combat...

Daily routines for caregivers help days run more smoothly and reduce stress

5 Ways Caregiving Routines Make Daily Life Easier

Routines simplify and smooth life for caregivers A top caregiving goal is to make life easier for your older adult,...

caregiver guilt

Caregiver Guilt: Two Common Myths Increase Stress

Don’t let undeserved caregiver guilt add to your stress There are many common misconceptions about what caregivers should do or...

Dealing with siblings and aging parents can be frustrating and stressful for caregivers

Managing Family Dynamics

Dealing with Aging Parents and Siblings: 5 Ways to Work Better Together

Caregiving with family can bring up conflicts For many caregivers, it can be frustrating and stressful to work with siblings...

Get expert answers to 7 top questions about managing anxiety, stress, and isolation as we emerge from COVID-19

Manage Post-Pandemic Anxiety, Isolation, Depression With 7 Tips From Oprah and AARP Experts

This past year has intensified anxiety, stress, and isolation for seniors and family caregivers alike. We asked experts Dr. Robin...

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Support & Support Groups

8 Benefits of Caregiver Support Groups

Note: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, support groups may have shifted to phone or online meetings. Caregiving can feel isolating,...

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