
An Experienced Caregiver Offers Insights on Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Care
Author Carlen Maddux, whose wife was just 50 when she was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s, shares advice for others are caring for a loved one in a similar situation.
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Author Carlen Maddux, whose wife was just 50 when she was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s, shares advice for others are caring for a loved one in a similar situation.

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Exercising three times a week reduces caregiver burnout.

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For these three women, caring for the elderly has proven to be an inspiring and fulfilling second career.

Many retirees today choose to stay busy; that often includes getting a part-time or full-time job. Work as a caregiver or a driver or consider one of these other vocations.

Hilary Swank shares about caregiving for her father.
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