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Help for Caregivers
Many of us are caring for a loved one with cancer, Alzheimer's disease, or another condition. While rewarding, caregiving is stressful, too. Find out how to get the help and support you need.
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More than 85 percent of all home care is provided by unpaid caregivers: family and friends. Caring for a loved one can be stressful and exhausting, but also profoundly moving and rewarding. We give you the tools to help you cope. 
As fortunate as you feel to be able to take care of someone dear to you, you're more at risk for depression, anxiety, and other health problems. This is particularly true for the "sandwich generation" -- the millions of us caring for children and our parents. Here are some ways to take care of yourself while being the crucial source of support for others.
Alzheimer's disease may be a ruthless enemy, but it shouldn't rob the patient of your love. By understanding and dealing positively with Alzheimer's behaviors such as wandering and agitation, you'll be better able to maintain your emotional connection, making things easier for both of you.
At some point, your efforts alone and those of your support team may not be enough to meet your loved one's needs. When that happens there are many options -- from finding adult day care to getting help planning your parents' estate. We offer tips on how to make the road ahead easier to travel.
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