Caregivers - Carers: Services, News, Information | Publications
Summary: This database contains a comprehensive collection of publications related to caregivers and carers. These publications include articles, research papers, and documents covering various aspects of caregiving and support services. The database is regularly updated and covers a wide range of topics relevant to the disability community, their families, and caregivers. While the primary focus is on caregiving, the publications also address related subjects such as disability rights, healthcare, education, employment, and independent living, reflecting our broader mission to provide valuable resources and information to the disability community.
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| Title and Description | Ed | Publish Revised |
|---|---|---|
| HCBS Reform: Community Living Over Institutions HCBS reform offers cost-effective community living for seniors and disabled people, but needs higher wages, housing support, and dignity of risk culture. | ✓ ✓ | 23 Jan 2026 |
| It's Time to Care for Caregivers: Family Caregiving Legislative Agenda Senator Markey introduces six-bill legislative package providing financial, respite, and healthcare support for America's 63 million family caregivers. | ✓ ✓ | 22 Nov 2025 26 Nov 2025 |
| The Hidden Cost of Care: Society Undervalues Unpaid Caregivers Unpaid caregiving, often provided by family members and friends, is significantly undervalued in our society. | ✓ | 19 Oct 2024 |
| Changes Challenges and Choices - Caring for a Disabled Family Member Kathleen M. Cleaver writes regarding the changes and challenges of unexpected lifestyle changes and choices that need to be made. | 8 May 2022 | |
| Yelp Reviews of Nursing Homes Tend to Focus on Staff Attitudes and Responsiveness University of Southern California study finds Yelp reviews of nursing homes tend to focus more on staff attitudes, staff responsiveness and the physical facility itself than government reviews. | 26 Apr 2018 | |
| Palliative Care Findings on Caregiver Depression, LGBT Partners, Moral Distress Major findings from the latest research on hospital palliative care according to study published in the Journal of Hospital Medicine, an official publication of the Society of Hospital Medicine. | 20 Feb 2018 | |
| Caregiving by Family Members and Other Unpaid Individuals Researchers examine characteristics of unpaid caregivers and note health-related tasks caregivers provided, and how caregiving affected care providers. | 15 Jun 2017 13 Mar 2021 | |
| Film Highlights Absurdity of 15 Minute U.K. Care Visits Satirical film starring Claire Sweeney highlights the indignity suffered by thousands of elderly people because of 15 minute care visits. | 12 Apr 2017 30 Apr 2018 | |
| Delays in California Caregiver Payments Hearing For years, California state has been hearing complaints that carers state-issued paychecks are often delayed for days or weeks in the In Home Support System. | 31 Oct 2016 6 Nov 2016 | |
| Report Reveals Distress, Anger, Depression and Burnout Among Family Carers Health Quality Ontario report finds distress, anger, depression and burnout growing among family members and friends looking after home care patients. | 8 Apr 2016 27 Dec 2019 | |
| Home Care: LGBTQ People Often Invisible Study reveals LGBTQ communities face barriers to finding high quality home care that meet their unique needs. | 1 Mar 2016 19 Jun 2021 | |
| Family Caregivers and Employer Compassion Employers are finding themselves wanting to express compassion while simultaneously maintaining a productive workplace. | 23 Feb 2016 3 Jun 2019 | |
| Carebots: Family Care and Personal Assistance Information regarding the use of CareBots as an automated caregiver system for the elderly and people with disabilities. | 26 Nov 2015 16 Jul 2021 | |
| Who Mothers Mommy? Phenomenological Experience of Motherhood New research shows the critical role relationships have in keeping a mother happy, healthy and able to give of herself. | 4 Nov 2015 31 Aug 2020 | |
| NY CARE Act Supports Family Caregivers Hospital Support New York's CARE Act requires hospitals to train family caregivers in medical tasks, notify them before discharge, and include them in patient care plans. | ✓ ✓ | 27 Oct 2015 4 Feb 2026 |
| Long Distance Caregiver Commuting Tips Amy Goyer shares insights into meeting the challenges of long-distance caregiving. | 11 Nov 2014 27 Nov 2020 | |
| Pope Francis Puts Spotlight on Senior Neglect Remarks by Pope Francis came on the heels of a new survey showing self-neglect among the elderly is a growing problem that often goes unreported. | 1 Oct 2014 11 May 2021 | |
| Family Caregivers Overwhelmed by Caregiving Responsibilities An estimated 4.1 million family caregivers provide the equivalent of $32 billion of care annually in New York state. | 29 Sep 2014 8 Apr 2016 | |
| Daughters Provide Majority of Parent Care - Sons Do Little as Possible Study reveals women appear to provide as much elderly parent care as they can, while men contribute as little as possible. | 19 Aug 2014 15 Nov 2021 | |
| Home Health Care Safety and Awareness Issues Information on important safety issues for home healthcare workers as well as safety guidelines for patients receiving home care. | 9 Sep 2013 27 Aug 2021 | |
| Understanding Patient Abuse: A Caregiver's Perspective on Risks and Solutions A caregiver's perspective on patient abuse, highlighting causes, warning signs, and prevention strategies for safer, more compassionate care. | ✓ ✓ | 21 Jun 2012 23 Jun 2025 |
| Challenges and Solutions of Caregiving Providing care for others can be stressful and has the potential to contribute to depression and serious illness. | 8 Jun 2012 4 Sep 2021 | |
| Home Care Concerns: Providing Care at Home Costs of providing care in a persons own home and community are much lower than providing the same quality of care in an institution. | 3 May 2012 15 Sep 2021 | |
| House Vote to Repeal CLASS Ignores Needs of Seniors, Families and Caregivers US House of Representatives voted to repeal CLASS program without offering alternative to address growing long term care crisis among middle class Americans. | 6 Feb 2012 | |
| Most People Will Need Long-Term Care at Some Stage Long-term care encompasses the support services people might need when they struggle with disability or chronic disease. | 21 Nov 2011 2 Jun 2022 | |
| How to Choose a Home Health Aide Information on how to choose a home health aide, homemaker, or personal care assistant, before making a hiring decision. | 23 Oct 2011 11 Dec 2021 | |
| Prevent Family Clashes When Caring for a Family Member Controversies and court fights involving aging parents will rapidly grow in direct proportion to the aging U.S. population. | 22 Aug 2011 | |
| Caring for Elderly Relatives in Britain Three quarters of Brits would rather take on the burden of caring for elderly relatives then put them into a home. | 16 Aug 2011 14 Jan 2022 | |
| Many Families Overestimate Cost of Senior Home Care Many overestimate senior home care costs; this study shows in-home care is more affordable than assumed, helping seniors and the disabled stay in their homes. | ✓ ✓ | 11 Aug 2011 21 Apr 2025 |
| U.S. Family Caregiving Valued at $450 Billion A new report by AARP Public Policy Institute found the economic value of unpaid care reached an estimated $450 billion. | 18 Jul 2011 8 Feb 2022 | |
| Assisted Living: Best Practices Revealed The Caring Checklist, compiled by Caring's seasoned experts, includes critical considerations for evaluating assisted living facilities. | 10 Jun 2011 11 Mar 2022 | |
| Family Caregiver Training - VA Partners with Easter Seals Partnership to provide comprehensive Caregiver Training to Family Caregivers of eligible post-9/11 Veterans. | 11 May 2011 | |
| Depression and Burden Affects Caregivers of Those with Sensory Impairment When a person experiences impairment or declining health, caregiving typically falls to a family member. | 13 Feb 2011 | |
| Family Caregivers Face Financial Problems, Stress and Work Issues Majority of caregivers are impacted by the financial and emotional costs of caring for their loved ones. | 3 Feb 2011 | |
| Seniors Can Benefit From Congregate Living Seniors in congregate living situations like assisted living or retirement communities experience greater subjective well-being. | 1 Feb 2011 | |
| Flagler County In-home Care - Caring for the Elderly Always Best Care of Flagler County employs professionals who excel in giving quality care with compassion and respect. | 21 Nov 2010 | |
| Family Caregiving: Facts and Myths Americans significantly underestimate the impact that a family member long term care needs could have on their own lives. | 2 Nov 2010 8 Nov 2020 | |
| Carers Advisory Council to Look at Issues Faced by Young Carers New Carers Advisory Council will consider how young carers can be better supported and engaged. | 25 Oct 2010 | |
| Caring Hands Support Program for Carers - Ireland Caring Hands is a support program for carers of people with arthritis in Ireland. | 22 Oct 2010 | |
| 60% of Women Don't Know How They'll Pay for Long-Term Care Needs Long-term care is a combination of elements that enable us to live as well as possible how and where we want. | 12 Oct 2010 | |
| Fact Sheets Highlighting Critical Issues on Long-Term Care The SCAN Foundation Series of National Fact Sheets Highlighting Critical Issues on Long-Term Care. | 16 Sep 2010 | |
| Detecting Depression in Caretakers of Mentally Ill Adults Each of the DCSs questions targets a symptom of depression and measures negative thinking. | 16 Aug 2010 | |
| On-the-job Injuries Hurt Home Health Care Industry Cutting back on home health aide training increases employees injury risk and turnover intentions incurring more costs. | 9 Aug 2010 | |
| Tips for Caregivers Searching for Help and Information Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield provides tips for caregivers learning how to navigate the system on behalf of parents, grandparents and others. | ✓ | 2 Aug 2010 16 Feb 2025 |
| Who Will Take Care of 71.5 Million Baby Boomers Examining America's urgent need to prepare for the care of 71.5 million aging baby boomers amid critical gaps in senior services nationwide. | ✓ ✓ | 22 Jul 2010 21 Apr 2025 |
| Patient Advocacy Leads to Better Quality of Life Connection between empowering patients with information support and improved access to best available care. | 14 Jun 2010 | |
| Recognition for UK Caregivers During Carers Week Understanding and support for UK carers who provide vital care for their families friends and communities. | 14 Jun 2010 | |
| Cost of U.S. Home Health Care Chart of average home health care prices in America listed by state of residence. | 13 Jun 2010 10 Aug 2017 | |
| Family Carers Share Illness Experience of Dying Patients Carers felt run down and were sharing the illness especially as time went on and death approached. | 11 Jun 2010 | |
| Residential Care Home Workers Need More Training to Give Seniors a Home for Life Carers working in residential homes need funding and support to upskill to ensure more older people have a home for life. | 24 May 2010 | |
| Family Caregiving can be Stressful and Isolating Intervention programs are expensive and many organizations can not offer programs or can reach only a small subset of stressed caregivers. | 22 Apr 2010 | |
| CareRunner Caregiving Website Launched CareRunner website designed to provide non-professional caregivers with online tools information and support. | 22 Oct 2009 | |
| Rally in Oakland Against Cuts in IHSS Program Home-care providers rally at Federal Courthouse in Oakland to prevent low-income seniors and disabled losing critical in home care services. | 19 Oct 2009 | |
| Australia Acknowledges Carers during Carer's Week Australia acknowledges and supports the good work done by caregivers during carers week 2009. | 15 Oct 2009 | |
| Home Health Care Report More than 105000 patients treated by almost 900 agencies nationwide provide perspectives on their care for the annual Home Care Pulse Report. | 9 Oct 2009 14 Mar 2012 | |
| Injury and Hazards in Home Nursing Injury and hazards in home health care nursing are a growing concern. | 7 Oct 2009 9 Jul 2010 | |
| Chronic Pain in Nursing Home Residents Underestimated Relatives and healthcare staff find it hard to diagnose pain levels in nursing home residents accurately. | 17 Sep 2009 20 May 2016 | |
| Needs of Unpaid Caregivers of People with Diabetes Better understanding the daily needs and struggles of unpaid caregivers of people with diabetes. | 18 Aug 2009 | |
| Providing Home Assistance to Seniors Senior assistance to help Seniors stay in their homes and keep them involved in social activities without taking away their independence. | 16 Aug 2009 14 Mar 2014 | |
| Caregiver Coalition Commends Government for Allowance to Aid Caregivers Allowance of $400 a month to family caregivers helping relieve financial toll incurred when families undertake to care for people at home. | 14 Aug 2009 | |
| Certified Nursing Assistant Code of Ethics An article presenting an outline of the Certified Nursing Assistant Code of Ethics. | 21 Jul 2009 16 Dec 2019 | |
| Alliance Joins MADIL the State's Online Elder, Disability Info Database Massachusetts aging and disability information locator taps alliance as home care source. | 3 Jun 2009 18 Nov 2015 | |
| Family Caregivers Contribute $25 billion in Unpaid Labor to the Health Care System The imputed economic contribution to the Canadian healthcare system of middle-aged and older unpaid caregivers providing care to the elderly. | 14 Apr 2009 | |
| Find a Qualified Reliable Caregiver Information and references for finding a qualified and reliable caregiver for seniors children and persons with a disability or health condition. | 3 Apr 2009 30 May 2011 | |
| Caregivers Not Receiving Help They Need Caregivers of children with special health care needs often do not get the respite care they need. | 12 Feb 2009 2 Apr 2016 | |
| Choosing a Home Health Care Service How to choose a home health care services that provides help with errands and chores to skilled medical care from nurses and therapists. | 8 Feb 2009 13 Nov 2010 | |
| Medication and Care for Alzheimer Patients Caregiving tips for Alzheimer patients who suffer from anxiety when exposed to noise or larger number of people. | 27 Jan 2009 | |
| Abuse of People with Dementia by Family Carers Common Study reveals 34-62% of dementia caregivers report abusive behavior, emphasizing urgent need for mental health and caregiver support. | ✓ ✓ | 23 Jan 2009 23 Jun 2025 |
| Family Caregiving Research shows many of us are more comfortable with the term family caregiver as it implies emotional connection between care giver and care receiver. | 27 Dec 2008 3 Feb 2009 | |
| Home Care Training for Caregivers An increasing number of caregivers are taking care of an elderly parent or someone in the family who is disabled. | 27 Dec 2008 16 Jun 2013 | |
| Caregivers that Provide End of Life Care Need Support The daily demands of caregiving for someone nearing the end of life can be emotionally and physically draining for caregivers. | 27 Dec 2008 25 Jun 2010 | |
| Home Safety Essentials for Caregivers and Seniors Essential home safety tips for caregivers to reduce fall hazards and protect seniors and disabled individuals through practical prevention measures. | ✓ ✓ | 27 Dec 2008 1 Dec 2025 |
| Hiring Caregivers for Seniors and Disabled Hints and tips including things to look for when hiring a caregiver for a family member. | 9 Dec 2008 18 Mar 2010 |
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