Celebrated every November, National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM) is a time to recognize & honor family caregivers across the country. It offers an opportunity to raise awareness of caregiving issues, educate communities, and increase support for caregivers.
Families are the primary source of support for older adults & people with disabilities in the U.S.
Many caregivers work & also provide care, experiencing conflicts between competing responsibilities. With nearly half of all caregivers over age 50, many are vulnerable to a decline in their own health. Studies show that coordinated support services can reduce caregiver depression, anxiety, and stress, and enable them to provide care longer, which avoids or delays the need for costly institutional care.
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