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Careforth provides an expert care team, emotional support and, when qualified, financial assistance for families caring for loved ones at home.

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@NCQA recently awarded Careforth’s Caregiver Homes Network a 3-year Case Management Accreditation with Long Term Services and Supports Distinction. More: https://t.co/QCGmidr8w3

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It’s National Health Center Week! Community Health Centers are a beacon of strength, service, and care in their communities, and provide quality, comprehensive healthcare services to more than 30 million patients annually. Thank you! https://t.co/S4IrLu4pGa

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Grieving is not just a response that happens after you lose someone, anticipatory grief is the feeling of grief before the eventual death of the person you are caring for.

More on coping with anticipatory grief on our blog: https://t.co/hlmVJJOlKl

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August is National Wellness Month! This month we focus on practicing self-care, stress management, and re-committing to healthy routines. How will you focus on personal wellness this month?

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Finding medical providers and getting the right diagnosis are just two of the many ways family caregivers support those in their care. Read our most recent blog – How to Help a Loved One Choose a Doctor: A Guide for Caregivers – here: https://t.co/gPhX5145Dg

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Careforth is proud to support the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 33rd Anniversary. Learn how you can too, here: https://t.co/oMfdU1twgt #ADA33 #ThanksToTheADA

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Understanding your loved one’s wants and wishes for their end of life can be unquestionably sensitive and difficult to navigate. Read our expert tips so you can feel prepared for end-of-life planning in our most recent blog: https://t.co/SF4dsZoLle

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People are living longer in the US. Aging increases the risk of chronic diseases such as dementias and heart disease, and the need for caregivers, will increase significantly as the population ages. More from the CDC on promoting health for older adults: https://t.co/nzTkEEQAet

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Q: Can I get paid to be a Caregiver?
A: In some cases, the answer is yes! The first step is to determine your eligibility for Medicaid’s self-directed services programs.
Contact Careforth to see if you are eligible for our program by calling 866-797-2333.

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Did you know that caregiver fatigue can happen to any caregiver at any time? Identifying the symptoms is the first step in preventing it. Read more in our latest blog: https://t.co/u3Ngsc9PPv
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Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive disease, developing slowly and gradually worsening, typically over a period of several years. The progression may be broken down into three, five, or seven stages. Read more on the stages of Alzheimer’s disease here: https://t.co/81ump6tr8P

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June 21: The summer solstice. The day with the most light. The Longest Day. Today people from across the world will fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s. We stand with you and the larger community working together to #ENDALZ. Learn how you can join the fight: https://t.co/rORFIwPnhf

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Today we celebrate the American promise of freedom which was finally fulfilled on June 19, 1865. We recognize our role in making all people feel seen, heard & respected. Our Power of Difference Group continues to provide opps for us to listen, learn, appreciate & grow together.

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Q: What is an expert care team?
A: In short, any group of people who collaborate to better serve a person’s needs.
See if you are eligible for a Careforth program by calling 866-797-2333. #caregivingsupport

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Exercise, outdoor activities, games, music, and art are just a few of the activities proven to be helpful for those with dementia or other cognitive disorders. Our newest blog highlights 30 expert tips and daily activities for people with dementia: https://t.co/Il9HdNRQQc

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Everyone has the right to be supported and celebrated, at any time, at every turn. Happy Pride Month from Careforth!

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June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Learn more about Alzheimer’s Disease, the most common type of dementia, and related dementias from the Centers for Disease and Control Prevention:
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Anticipatory grief: the feeling of grief before the death of someone for whom you care. Understanding what you can about anticipatory grief, and how to cope, will help to keep you moving forward: https://t.co/hlmVJJNNUN

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Q: What is a caregiver?
A: Family members, friends or neighbors who provide unpaid assistance to a person with a chronic illness or disabling condition.

See if you are eligible for a Careforth program by calling 866-797-2333

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month!

From mental health to physical wellness, prioritizing and investing in self-care not only makes you a better caregiver, but also maintains your personal wellbeing and health.

Tips on improving your mental health: https://t.co/HtWWgfnUk5