
Caring for the Caregiver
Season 9 Episode 903 | 26m 45sVideo has Closed Captions
Most Americans will serve as caregivers to an ill, disabled or aging loved one.
Are you currently caring for a loved one? If not, chances are you will be at some point in life. Today most Americans will serve as informal or unpaid caregivers to an ill, disabled or aging loved one. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, today informal caregivers make up 80% of our long-term care.
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Caring for the Caregiver
Season 9 Episode 903 | 26m 45sVideo has Closed Captions
Are you currently caring for a loved one? If not, chances are you will be at some point in life. Today most Americans will serve as informal or unpaid caregivers to an ill, disabled or aging loved one. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, today informal caregivers make up 80% of our long-term care.
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