Mental health challenges affect the whole family and are hard on everyone. This is one of the many reasons why we work with family members of people affected by mental health concerns, and we know there are real barriers that get in the way of family members such as yourself who may be seeking answers. [...]

Neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS) in Alzheimer’s disease refer to a range of behavioral and psychological symptoms and can affect up to 97% of patients, according to the National Institutes of Health. These symptoms can include agitation, depression, anxiety, apathy, hallucinations/delusions (psychosis), sleep disturbances, appetite/eating behavior, aberrant motor behavior, irritability, disinhibition, and euphoria. Some, like apathy, [...]

As a caregiver, preparing food for your loved one is likely part of your daily responsibilities. Keeping this food safe is critical because your loved one may be more vulnerable to foodborne illness—commonly known as food poisoning—and may experience more serious effects if they become sick. Foodborne illness occurs when disease-causing bacteria, viruses, or [...]

Ongoing Home Health Care: Eligibility vs. Availability Some of the most underutilized services in healthcare are Medicare-covered, medically necessary, ongoing home health services to maintain a patient’s condition or slow decline. In this webinar, we’ll dive deep into eligibility for this valuable benefit. We’ll also talk about the challenge of finding [...]

Caregiver Action Network understands that caring for a loved one with PTSD is both a heartfelt commitment and a journey full of unique challenges. PTSD can impact relationships, daily routines, and even a person's sense of self. It may create distance or make communication difficult—not because of a lack of love, but because [...]

Family caregivers can be key partners in patient care, ensuring that medical professionals have a complete picture of the patient's condition and supporting better health outcomes. By providing detailed, ongoing insights, facilitating communication, and ensuring adherence to medical advice, they help medical professionals deliver more effective and personalized care. Caregivers can be a valuable [...]

Did you know that there are nearly 15 million family members, friends, and neighbors who care for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease? Caregiver Action Network has created a series of educational webinars to share information and answer questions from recorded live presentations. The Dementia Experience In this [...]

An estimated 30,000 people in the United States have Huntington's Disease. Are you caring for a loved one with Huntington's? Find comfort in knowing that you are not alone by listening to the experiences of your fellow caregivers. You may find new ways to help your loved one manage and cope with the disease, as [...]

Did you know that there are nearly 15 million family members, friends, and neighbors who care for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease? Take comfort in knowing that you are not alone by hearing what your fellow caregivers have to say. Sometimes, the best advice for family caregivers comes from those who have walked the [...]

Resources for Family Caregivers of Loved Ones with Rare Diseases As a family caregiver of a love one with a rare disease, you can feel overwhelmed and hardly know where to start. That’s not surprising.  Caregivers in the rare disease community face some exceptional hurdles.  Rare disease caregivers often face a [...]