Honoring our Military Heroes: How Social Security (SSA) Can Support Caregivers of Veterans who Served us

Veteran’s Day is a time to honor the brave individuals who have served in our military and to acknowledge the sacrifices made by their families and caregivers. Many veterans and their loved ones face unique challenges, from managing health conditions related to service to navigating financial concerns. The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides a range of benefits that can offer critical support to both veterans and their caregivers. Whether you’re caring for a veteran with disabilities or ensuring they have what they need in retirement, understanding these benefits can make a significant difference in your journey as a caregiver.Continue reading

Mother’s Day Thoughts: Being the Best as a Caregiver When There’s Breast Cancer in the Family

By Romana Hasnain-Wynia, MS, PhD While it’s thoughtful to give flowers to your wife or mother on Mother’s Day, we know that you support the women in your family year-round. Being supportive can be particularly challenging when a woman you love is facing a serious illness, such as breast cancer. What can you do to...Continue reading

Living with Prostate Cancer: It’s Complicated

I guess it’s part of the male provider-protector thing: A recent survey found that men with advanced prostate cancer worry more about burdening their family and friends than about dying. That’s only one surprising fact from a fascinating and sometimes puzzling survey called The Advanced Prostate Cancer Patient and Caregiver Burden of Illness Study.Continue reading

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