According to the Family Caregiver Alliance, more than 34 million Americans provide unpaid care to adults aged 50 or older. Of these, nearly 16 million care for patients with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.It isn’t easy to care for yourself while also caring for an aging relative— especially … [Read more...] about Family Caregiver Support Programs in Arkansas
Your Guide to Medicare in Arkansas
Making informed decisions about Medicare can be hard. With the Arkansas Association of Area Agencies on Aging (5A) we strive to give you the guidance you need.Elder Care in ArkansasThe state of Arkansas provides resources for the services that individuals above 60 need to ensure their quality of … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Medicare in Arkansas
4 Tips for Caring for Your Parents
Aging is an inevitable part of life. As our parents age, some of their caregiving responsibilities start to fall on us. With age, physical ailments begin to arise along with cognitive decline. This can affect their quality of life and their ability to live independently.If you’ll be caring for your … [Read more...] about 4 Tips for Caring for Your Parents