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Did You Know Caregiving for Mom Can be Different than for Dad?

Caring for aging parents is a challenging, emotional, and unique experience.  With approximately 47% of people in their 40s and 50s caring for aging parents and young children, the experience is particularly trying.  This group of caregivers, known as the Sandwich Generation, comprises a population of 24 million caregivers who are trying to meet the …

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The Role of the Caregiver: What Does it Mean for Your Health?

Caring for an ailing loved one can bring incredible rewards—both physical and emotional. It can ignite all sorts of positive emotions, from compassion to satisfaction to “a vicarious happiness at being able to help,” says psychologist Michael J. Poulin. It can also help strengthen the caregiver’s physical and cognitive performance as they age themselves. In …

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