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The realities of family caregiving
Manage episode 522210585 series 2682
As San Diego's senior population continues to grow, so does the need to care for them. Many seniors are facing challenges from Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Often, that responsibility falls to family members.California has over 7 million family caregivers. It's a role that comes with low pay, no sick days, and additional mental stress. On Midday Edition Monday, we have a conversation about some of the challenges that family caregivers face.Guests:Martha Rañón, vice president, Southern Caregiver Resource CenterShannon Patel, social worker, George G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family CentersLilly Ribner, family caretakerResources mentioned:Southern Caregiver Resource CenterGeorge G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family CentersSan Diego County's Family Caregiver Support Program
1323 episodes
Manage episode 522210585 series 2682
As San Diego's senior population continues to grow, so does the need to care for them. Many seniors are facing challenges from Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Often, that responsibility falls to family members.California has over 7 million family caregivers. It's a role that comes with low pay, no sick days, and additional mental stress. On Midday Edition Monday, we have a conversation about some of the challenges that family caregivers face.Guests:Martha Rañón, vice president, Southern Caregiver Resource CenterShannon Patel, social worker, George G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family CentersLilly Ribner, family caretakerResources mentioned:Southern Caregiver Resource CenterGeorge G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family CentersSan Diego County's Family Caregiver Support Program
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