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Taking on the role of a caregiver can often come with a lot of physical and mental stress and doing so from a distance can be even more emotionally taxing.

The intersection of stressful life in current scenarios and mental health is riddled with a lot of challenges for all of us. This equation becomes even more complex when gender-based roles and inequalities are thrown into it, especially for females. Women often face unique mental health challenges while juggling their…

India is experiencing a remarkable demographic shift, with a rapidly growing elderly population. This presents both challenges and opportunities for the nation. Traditional caregiving models, often centred around joint family structures, are evolving. As nuclear families become more prevalent and young adults pursue opportunities in urban or global arenas, the…

A consistent daily routine can provide structure and predictability, reducing stress for both the caregiver and the person with Alzheimer’s.

This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center.

From caregiving demands to long life expectancies, retirement planning for women is tricky. Luckily, every challenge can be overcome with the right solution.

Medicare's GUIDE program is creating a system of free caregiving navigators for beneficiaries who have dementia.

GuideWell insurance gives employees two weeks a year to care for family, separate from their vacation days and PTO.

Caregiving responsibilities and a higher representation in collaborative industries means that women are more likely to have friends at work.

Canada is on the verge of becoming a “super-aged” nation — a term that refers to nations where 21 per cent or more of the population is aged 65 or older. At present, Japan, Italy, Finland and Germany all meet this criteria, and Canada is expected to reach this milestone…

In Indian tradition, there is no deed bigger than taking care of one's own parents. The cycle of life of an individual includes old age where the involvement of children is mostly sought. However, societal, economic, and cultural dynamics have reshaped the traditional caregiver role of children. Apart from these…