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Nearly 60% of caregivers caring for someone with dementia rate the emotional stress as high or very high. The stresses of the holiday season can add to that strain. Implementing a person-centered care approach can help family caregivers manage symptoms and positively engage their loved one during the holiday season. Senior care professionals can learn more about this approach and earn continuing education credit in our free webinar next week, 12/2at 1pm ET. Register now.

Keeping seniors safe during the COVID-19 pandemic has been a top priority for professional caregivers. But with social distancing measures still in place, many seniors may still feel lonely or isolated. Become a pen pal today.

If you’re looking for a career with purpose and impact, it might be time to consider becoming a caregiver for seniors.

COVID-19 has impacted us all differently and researchers are gathering data. You have the opportunity to take part in a global survey focused on the impact of loneliness and isolation during COVID-19. Take the anonymous survey today.

The importance of proper nutrition for older adults cannot be overstated, but for some who live alone, cooking nutritious meals for one can be difficult. Senior care professionals can earn free continuing education credit in our 11/4 American Society on Aging webinar. Join to learn: Causes and warning signs of poor nutrition Potential risks associated with eating alone Nutritional guidelines for older adults Tips and resources for healthy cooking for one... Register below. See more

Use this extra time at home to do a home safety check. Gerontologist and Certified Aging in Place Specialist, April Ibarra walks through the main areas of the house to check, safety hazards to be looking for and how to fix them. Watch now.

The isolation of social distancing can be especially difficult for seniors. If you need support keeping your loved one safe and happy at home, we have trained CAREGivers who can help. Learn more.

Encouraging older adults to practice cyber safety can go a long way toward protecting their identity and sensitive personal information. 6 tips to help keep the senior in your life from being a target online.

Did you know 22% of U.S. adults say they often or always feel lonely? The impact of loneliness on seniors is even higher. In this Hallmark Home & Family segment, learn what you can do at home to brighten an senior's day and get inspired to spread kindness to older adults in your community.

CAREGivers help seniors with social engagement and activities of daily living like meal preparation and household duties. Learn more about becoming a professional caregiver.

Personal care needs like bathing, dressing, grooming and more is something a CAREGiver is happy to help with. Get more info:

Home Instead and HFC proudly partner together to offer a much-needed grant program that provides free, in-home care relief for families living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. How it works The Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Grant Program provides in-home care, delivered by a highly skilled and trained Home Instead CAREGiver, to give family members caring for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease a break. Two types of grants are available: ... Recharge Respite Grant - 50 hours of respite care Extended Relief Respite Grant - 6 months of respite care Apply for a grant today https://bit.ly/3lLB0uP

Keeping our aging loved ones well during a global health pandemic is of utmost concern. Asking these 7 questions can help families decide if multigenerational living makes sense and meets everyone's needs.

Nearly 1 in 4 adults aged 65 and older are considered socially isolated increasing their risk for health issues and lowering their overall quality of life. See how a becoming a pen pal can positively impact an isolated senior’s life.

Have you or a loved one considered what you'll do when you retire? After traditional retirement, many older adults are unretiring and finding jobs that fuel their passions and purpose. Hear more about what it means to #UnRetireYourself in this Hallmark Channel USA Home & Family segment and then visit www.UnRetireYourself.com.

Older adults are at a higher risk of isolation and loneliness and it was that way long before COVID-19 disrupted daily life. Learn the difference between being isolated and lonely, risk factors and health implications of loneliness and isolation. Watch now.

For many, talking about end of life wishes is not at the top of the to-do list. The conversation is uncomfortable, to say the least, but it's incredibly important. Join us 10/15 at 12 pm CT for a free #CaregiverChats webinar to learn what it means to live well to the end. Our gerontologist and caregiver advocate, Lakelyn Hogan and Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, whose mission is to help people experience the end of life in a way that matches their values and goals, will discuss: ... The importance of end of life planning and how to get started How communities and healthcare systems can work together to improve end of life experiences How COVID-19 has shifted the conversation about end of life planning, grief and loss Register today!