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Aging & Aging at Home or Aging in Place

Getting Started With Caregiving

Getting Started With Caregiving

 

If you have never been a caregiver before, it may feel daunting at first. There might be tasks to organize, new medical terms to learn, and schedules to coordinate. If you live far away from the person who needs care, you may need to find new ways to stay in touch. This article can help you figure out where to start as a caregiver.

Caregiver Handbook

Caregiver's Handbook*

This guide is for anyone who provides care for family members or friends who need help with daily living. It focuses on the needs of older adults who require care because of a serious health condition or disability, but it could also apply to other situations in which caregiving is needed.

* download copy or request a print copy

Caregiving

Take Care of Yourself as a Caregiver infographic. Full transcript below.

How to Share Caregiving Responsibilities with Family Members

Long-Term Care

Advance Care Planning

Long-Distance Caregiving

Taking Care of Yourself: Tips for Caregivers

For more information about caregiver health

What Is Respite Care?

Frequently Asked Questions About Caregiving

Six Tips for Long-Distance Caregiving