Caregivers
Coverage of Caregivers in the Nexus archive.
- Kupuna Caregiver: How to avoid risk of any setbacks after a hospital stay
The article discusses the vulnerability of older adults returning home after a hospital stay and provides guidance for caregivers on supporting healing and preventing setbacks. It highlights challenges faced during this transition and emphasizes the role of caregivers in mitigating risks.
- How scams and exploitation start — and what you can do about it
Scams targeting older adults often begin with seemingly friendly interactions like helpful caregivers or handymen, exploiting vulnerabilities linked to aging and loneliness. Experts emphasize protective measures such as securing finances and monitoring caregiver relationships to prevent exploitation.
- Sing-along time at a memory cafe is a highlight for people dealing with dementia
Music helps people with dementia retain memories despite cognitive decline. Vermont's Memory Cafes offer supportive communities for dementia patients and their caregivers.
- Don’t ignore the caregivers who built Minnesota’s disability services system
A long-time caregiver in Minnesota's disability services system highlights the persistent low wages for direct support professionals despite inflation, the impact of potential Medicaid cuts on services, and the need for caregiver input in policy decisions. The author emphasizes the importance of relationships in caregiving and the strain on the system due to rising costs and workforce challenges.
- Understanding sundowning: Why evenings can be difficult for people with memory loss
Sundowning refers to increased confusion, anxiety, and behavioral changes in people with memory loss during evenings. Experts suggest it occurs as the brain becomes exhausted, signaling a need for support, and emphasize that it is temporary for most individuals. Caregivers are advised to look for past routines, adjust environments, and address basic needs to manage symptoms.
- Counterpoint: The real reason many students choose online education is access
The article argues that online education is primarily about access for nontraditional students like working adults, parents, caregivers, and rural students, enabling them to pursue degrees despite logistical challenges. It emphasizes that online learning expands opportunities for populations facing barriers to traditional higher education.
- Nearly half of people caring for someone with dementia say they have reached 'breaking point'
Nearly half of individuals caring for someone with dementia report having reached their 'breaking point,' indicating significant emotional and physical strain.
- Taking care of your family shouldn’t wreck your retirement
Unpaid family work is costing caregivers $1,000 a month. Congress aims to help these caregivers catch up financially.
- The caregivers you’ve never heard of are in crisis
The caregivers and home and community-based care system are in crisis, affecting the workforce that supports them. This crisis has significant implications for the care system. The caregivers are facing unprecedented challenges.