Caregiving

Denying People A Job After They've Left Prison Is Unconstitutional, Court Rules

A law barring former prisoners from holding certain jobs during their lifetimes "sweeps unnecessarily broadly," Pennsylvania judges determined.
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Friends Replace Family As Caregivers In This Touching Film

When 81-year-old Bill suffered a stroke, two friends stepped up to help him stay in his own home.
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6 Lies That Older People Tell Younger People

Sometimes, there's a reason behind it.
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Working Parents Get Big Boost From New York City

This is a huge win for women in particular.
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What It's Like To Love Somebody With Lewy Body Dementia

Inside the disease that contributed to Robin Williams' death.
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A Dozen Things You Should Never Say To A Caregiver

These comments, even if well-meaning, won't go over well.
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6 Ways Seniors Are Getting Ripped Off By Their Families

Yep, the culprit in many elderly scams is a family caregiver.
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How To Prevent Screen Addiction In Your Young Children

A pediatrician explains the appropriate limits on kids' interaction with technology.
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10 Things To Know About A Loved One's Final Hours

I have witnessed many families struggling with how to be during the last hours of a person's life. I have been struck by the lack of knowledge and the misconceptions that people have about the needs of a person approaching the end.
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