Caregiving

The need for family caregivers continues to rise in Colorado, as the state grapples with an aging population and persistent health care staff shortages.

Oklahomans overwhelmingly support expanded home care services and more rigorous oversight of nursing homes, according to a recent AARP survey.

When lawmakers return to Albany in January, AARP will be there pushing for more support for the state’s 2.2 million family caregivers.

While some nursing homes offer quality care, others reap profit while neglecting patient needs, says Rep. Jane Garibay (D-Windsor). That will change under a new state law designed to increase transparency around nursing home ownership.

The need for family caregivers continues to rise in Washington, as the state contends with an aging population and a shortage of home care workers.

As the U.S. population continues aging, older adults and their family caregivers are more often seeking ways to stay in their own homes and communities for as long as possible. However, AARP research shows that while more than three-quarters of adults ages 50 and older want to age in place, one-third also say their houses need modifications to be able to do so safely and independently.

Johns Hopkins is seeking volunteers for memory care research study.

This free online event is focused on storytelling in the LGBTQ+ community.

AARP surveys consistently find that older adults want to remain in their current homes and communities for as long as possible. But our needs can change as we age, and most houses and apartments are designed for young, able-bodied adults and don’t meet the needs of older residents or people with disabilities.

Participants nominate caregivers to receive a Visa gift card worth $500 to help a caregiver receive a good or service. Nominations will be considered from a written article, up to 250 words, submitted electronically via a OneDrive form.