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In the News

November is National Family Caregivers Month

Every November the President of the United States proclaims November to be National Family Caregivers Month. Family caregiving is typically at the core of what sustains frail elders and adults with disabilities, yet caregivers often make major sacrifices (financial, physical, and emotional) to help loved ones remain in their homes. Read More

Older Americans Increasingly Choose Home Care over Nursing Homes and Assisted Living

Older Americans are increasingly opting for home care services—or "aging in place"—over nursing homes and assisted-living facilities. Read More

Home-sharing May be Good Option for Seniors

A recent article in the LA Times discussed a new option for seniors: Open your home to a "housemate" and keep your independence.Read More

Ask the Expert

Caregiving As a Two-Way Street

Tips on taking an active role when it comes to dealing with your loved ones' doctors. Read More

Policy Update

Feds Offer Employers Guidance as Caregiver Discrimination Lawsuits on the Rise

USA Today recently reported that as the number of employees with elder and child care demands grows, more workers are filing lawsuits claiming they've been discriminated against on the job because of their family caregiving obligations. Read More

Aging Californians Challenge State Health Care System

A recent feature article in California Healthline examines the expected challenges for the state's health care system, as California endures what many are calling "the silver tsunami—a rising wave of graying baby boomers who will need, and undoubtedly demand, a wide range of acute and long-term health care services." Read More

New Data on Nursing Home and Assisted Living Costs

MetLife recently released its annual Market Survey of Nursing Home and Assisted Living Costs, revealing that nursing home costs have increased slightly while assisted living costs have remained steady. Read More

On the Calendar

Information on events throughout California of interest to caregivers and their families. Read More

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