Working Caregiver
A caregiver who balances caring for the needs of another person while employed professionally.
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How to Keep Your Career Skills Sharp While Caregiving
Many caregivers find themselves abandoning prosperous careers to take care of their elderly loved ones. But being a caregiver doesn't mean you have to give up on your career.
0 CommentsShould You Quit Your Job To Care for Your Elderly Parent?
Most adult children do what they can to help out when Mom and Dad’s needs increase, but is giving up work to care for elderly parents wise?
143 CommentsThe Working Caregiver: Issues Faced With Caregiving While Employed
Having a career and being a full-time caregiver creates many obstacles. When an aging parent needs help at home, talk to your employer about options available to you. Local resources may lessen the stress and complication for you as a working caregiver.
10 CommentsSupportive Services Can Help Caregivers Find a Middle Ground
Caring for a loved one doesn't have to be an "all or nothing" situation. Discover the services and options available to alleviate some of your daily caregiving responsibilities.
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Working Caregiver Questions
Who is responsible for supplying gloves for the caregiver? Does the company they work for or the person they are caring for?
5 AnswersAlvaDeer Answered 14 hours agoI'm frustrated that I can't find an in-person caregiver support group. Any I DO find are on weekdays during the day, but I work. Suggestions
6 Answersgnyg58 Answered Apr 10, 2025Is there a caregiver that can come in once a week to help me bathe?
2 AnswersGrandma1954 Answered Apr 7, 2025How to get an independent caregiver certified as a medicare provider?
4 Answers97yroldmom Answered Apr 6, 2025
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4 CommentsDisbleaf1 Commented Mar 21, 2025If a flat rate for 24/7 care isn’t agreed upon initially, you pay per hour right?
9 CommentsPeggySue2020 Commented Feb 26, 2025Thank you so much for reaching out and offering your 2 cents, your support is very empowering. Appreciate you all!
1 CommentMargaretMcKen Commented Jul 15, 2024Where can I find a list of abbreviations?
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