November is National Family Caregivers Month, which seeks to shine a bright light on the more than 48 million American heroes, including 780,000 here in Massachusetts, helping care for their loved ones independently at home – where they want to be.
Get back in the swing of things with events online or in person from AARP Massachusetts. We have events this fall to keep you informed and entertained. Tune in and sign up today.
With heating costs rising, you may want to look into the Massachusetts Home Energy Assistance Program. It helps people with heating bills. You may qualify and not realize it. Learn More during AARP Massachusetts Tele-town Hall Nov 19 at 1pm 855 297-0891
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are residential living units on the same lot as a single-family or primary dwelling. AARP Iowa is working to expand access to this housing option by championing a statewide ADU law that would give all Iowans the right to build an ADU on their property, reducing unnecessary regulations and red tape.
You may not think of yourself as a family caregiver, but if you are helping someone with daily activities, like getting dressed, medication management and transportation to and from appointments, then you are a family caregiver. Today, more than 1 in 5 Americans are caring for a family member or close friend, and while it is one of the most important roles you may play, it is often stressful and overwhelming.