Caregiving
Caregiving is a challenging and emotional role. About one in four U.S. adults take care of a loved one, from bathing to managing medical appointments. And more of us are becoming caregivers.
Starting April 27, we’re focusing on caregiving and aging in stories and conversations in a series we call Caregiving in Connecticut.
Explore our coverage of caregivers and issues surrounding caregiving and aging.
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Tyler Russell/Connecticut PublicThe Hispanic Health Council, in collaboration with Hartford Hospital, launched its doula program to bridge access gaps after Connecticut Medicaid began reimbursing doulas for their work. -
Dave Wurtzel/Jackson LaboratoryThe independent, nonprofit biomedical research organization will create a standardized collection of stem cells that other labs around the world can study.
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Topics range from finding support after a diagnosis to formalizing legal and financial arrangements to handle the cost of care. -
Families earning less than $100,000 per year will be eligible for free childcare through Early Start CT. Family contributions will be capped at 7% of annual income for those earning more. -
Psychosis doesn't always look the way people expect. A Yale forensic psychiatrist explains why someone can appear perfectly organized while experiencing a profound break from reality. -
The new vaccine uses mRNA technology, which is faster to manufacture than traditional shots that grow live virus cultures in chicken eggs.
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kali9/E+ / Getty ImagesAn Alzheimer’s diagnosis affects more than just the person with the disease. It can change an entire family’s life. We talk about recognizing the early signs, navigating the emotional challenges of caregiving, and finding support along the way. -
Westend61/Getty ImagesParents are working hard to make caregiving and work fit together – but the math doesn't always add up. We look at the childcare gaps families face and what Connecticut is doing to build a system that works better.
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In June, Connecticut Public held a conversation about dementia caregiving in Wethersfield. On this episode, we hear that discussion, from the logistics of care to speaking openly about dementia. -
Millions of Americans are part of the "sandwich generation," balancing the demands of raising children while caring for aging loved ones. -
As the American population ages, more of us are becoming caregivers. We’re exploring caregiving and aging in a series we’re calling Caregiving in Connecticut.
Caregiving Resources
My Place CT connects you to several Connecticut state agencies and materials that support older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
• Aging and Disability Services
• Department of Social Services
• Health and Human Services
• Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
AARP: Family Caregiver Resources for Connecticut
United Way: 211 Connecticut
My Place CT: National Family Caregiver Support Program
Alzheimer’s Association of Connecticut
211 CT: End-of-life care resources, hospice care