Caregiving

A guide to where, when and how to get a COVID-19 vaccine or booster.

An AARP survey shows that older Nebraskans overwhelmingly support policies to assist family caregivers.

Findings support need for paid leave, job protection for caregivers and more funding for respite care

Just saying thank you isn't enough

A new state law, backed by AARP Nebraska, allows workers who leave their jobs to care for a relative to claim unemployment benefits. 

AARP Nebraska’s new online caregiver guide is helping families find services and support.

No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these local agencies and organizations can help make the process easier

Family caregiving is the nation's most common job with 45 million people nationwide acting as a caregiver to their loved one. Caregiving is a job that will touch every family in some way.

As COVID-19 restrictions ease in Nebraska, nursing homes and other long-term care facilities are preparing to resume in-person visits for families. Visits won’t be the same as before the pandemic, at least until the threat of coronavirus has passed. There may be limits on when, where and for how long you can see loved ones, and distancing rules will likely be in place.

Learning to accept help is as important as learning how to give it