Family caregivers face financial burdens, isolation and limited resources − a social worker explains how to improve quality of life for this growing population

Family caregivers who have stronger support networks and positive communication with loved ones tend to be more resilient.

Kathy L. Lee, Assistant Professor of Gerontological Social Work, University of Texas at Arlington • conversation
Feb. 12, 2024 • ~9 min

More than 1 in 5 Americans are taking care of their elderly, ill and disabled relatives and friends

The United States has 53 million caregivers, according to the latest estimate. And COVID-19 makes what they do much harder.

Erin E. Kent, Associate Professor of Health Policy and Management, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill • conversation
May 15, 2020 • ~4 min

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