Check Out Our Online Caregiving Series This November

November is National Family Caregivers Month; a time to recognize and honor the incredible dedication of those who care for loved ones every day.

Across Massachusetts, family caregivers are the unsung heroes helping older parents, spouses, siblings, grandparents, and others live independently in their homes, where they want to be. Whether it’s managing medications, preparing meals, assisting with bathing and dressing, handling finances, running errands, or providing transportation, caregivers are there through it all.

We understand that caregiving can be challenging and, at times, overwhelming. You’re not alone. In fact, there are 1.4 Million family caregivers in Massachusetts providing 73 million hours of care each year. That's contribution valued at $15 billion in unpaid labor.

At AARP Massachusetts, we see you. We know the stress that comes with caregiving, and we believe in commonsense solutions that save time, reduce costs, and offer meaningful support. Whether you're just starting your caregiving journey or have been walking this path for years, we offer a variety of resources to help you every step of the way.

Upcoming Events

Caregiver Sandwich Club
Wednesday, December 17 at 12:15- 12:45 PM | AARP Massachusetts Office, One Beacon St, Boston
Every day, 780,000 people in Massachusetts act as a caregiver for an older loved one. Many are part of the "sandwich" generation and are also taking care of kids at home too. If that's you, join the caregiver sandwich club and talk about what a day in your life is like; meet people in similar situations, and find resources that can help!
Click Here to Register


Advocacy Efforts: An Act Supporting Family Caregivers
AARP Massachusetts testified in favor of a bill that will help the 780,000 caregivers in Massachusetts with a $1500 tax credit, work place protection, respite vouchers and allowing spouses to be paid as a caregiver among other provisions. Learn more about the bill and how you can help- click here


Online Library
Making Cents of Caregiving
Essential information caregivers need to manage the costs and complexities of caregiving - information on creating a health care plan, choosing a power of attorney and budgeting for housing and transportation costs, for example. We review  AARP’s Financial Workbook for Family Caregivers   and explore how to incorporate the tips into your caregiving. 

Fall Prevention Webinar
Falls are the leading cause of injury among adults 65 and older—but many are preventable. Join AARP and Brigham and Women’s Hospital’s Injury Prevention and Outreach Program for a free educational webinar focused on practical steps to reduce your risk. Learn how evidence-based strategies, community resources, and ongoing research can help you stay active, independent, and safe at home and in your community.

Honoring Choices:
Take Charge of Your Health Care Decisions! Learn how to create a personal care plan that ensures your wishes are honored. This video covers the Health Care Proxy, which allows you to appoint a trusted person to speak with doctors and make decisions if you can’t, and the Personal Directive (Living Will), which helps you document your care preferences and share them with providers. Start planning today for peace of mind tomorrow.

Family and friends are the backbones of America's care system, providing the bulk of care for older people in the U.S. as they strive to live independently. If you are not currently a family caregiver, at some point in your life you either will be a caregiver or need a caregiver.

AARP Caregiving Resource Center at www.aarp.org/caregiving

For Massachusetts specific caregiving resources click here

To help advocate for caregivers, send us an email ma@aarp.org