Mary has been providing care for her father with dementia for several years, in the home she shares with her husband and three small children. Things have gotten stressful for Mary lately as her father’s condition is getting … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhat Is the Financial and Emotional Impact of Caregiving? – The 2021 Fidelity American Caregivers Study
November 9, 2021 by
November is National Family Caregivers Month -- a time to celebrate, recognize, and honor the contributions of family caregivers across the country. This commemorative month offers an opportunity to raise awareness of caregiving … [Read more...]
Print This PageAre Virginia, Maryland and/or DC Among the Best or Worst States for Supporting Family Caregivers?
August 10, 2021 by
A recent Facebook Live event, Caring for the Caregivers, featuring Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Rep. Linda Sanchez (D-California), occurred last week. The biggest takeaway was that word is starting to spread on Capitol Hill that … [Read more...]
Print This PageIs it a Burden? – Caring for Parents When Your Relationship is Strained
June 8, 2021 by
One third of all Americans are unexpectedly caring for their senior parents. Many of these families had strained relationships before their adult children assumed the role of caregiver, yet these adult children still feel it’s … [Read more...]
Print This PageLeeza Gibbons — Tips for New Caregivers
May 11, 2021 by
“Alzheimer’s Caregivers are Heroes.” - Leeza GibbonsLeeza Gibbons is a leading TV talk show host, entertainment reporter, and best-selling author. She also has another role -- as a caregiver and founder of a non-profit to help … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhat are the Medicaid, Tax, and Liability Implications of Paying an Independent Caregiver?
April 30, 2021 by
Q. We are getting ready to hire a new caregiver for my mom, and she is an independent contractor. Prior to now, we have hired caregivers from an agency. The caregiver has asked about being paid in cash, which will amount to $3,000 … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: What Taxes Do We Need to Pay for an Independent Caregiver?
April 30, 2021 by
Dear Oakley,We are hiring an independent caregiver, meaning she is not from an agency. My understanding is that we are responsible for paying taxes for her, since she is considered to be a household employee. What taxes are we … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Amazon Introduces Care Hub to Aid in Caring for Aging Loved Ones
November 20, 2020 by
Dear Magic, I am a long-distance caregiver for my Aunt Fran. She wants to maintain her independence, but I get worried sometimes about her since I am not there. I could use all the help I could get in finding ways to ensure she … [Read more...]
Print This PageFamily Caregiving: The Ultimate Juggling Act
November 10, 2020 by
Max, a 16-year-old high-school student from Fairfax County, knows the great responsibility of being a family caregiver. Max currently cares for his grandfather who has dementia, while maintaining straight A’s and being a top youth … [Read more...]
Print This PageMore Caregivers are Experiencing Increased Burnout During Coronavirus Pandemic
August 28, 2020 by
Q. I have been the primary caregiver for my father with dementia for three years now. It was stressful before, but now even more so because of the pandemic.My new emotions deal with fear and anxiety over the virus and guilt … [Read more...]
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