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
I am a caregiver, (no relation) to my client. The family would like for me to become the POA. Is that allowed in IL?
9 AnswersFawnby Answered 10 hours agoI am a temporary care giver for my MIL while husband goes to work. I feel trapped.
13 AnswersBeatty Answered Mar 16, 2024What do you wish you knew about caregiving before your parent got sick?
36 AnswersOnlychild2024 Answered Mar 14, 2024My question was put in as private, but I wanted it on the news feed for all to see and respond.
7 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Mar 13, 2024
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Working Caregiver Discussions
I'm a caregiver for an acquaintance and I'm overwhelmed. She is needy 24 hours a day. I was hired for 8 hours shifts of help w housekeeping.
11 CommentsBurntCaregiver Commented Mar 15, 2024Can a home based aide drive my dad's car to take my elderly parents to appointments?
6 Commentsfreqflyer Commented Mar 2, 2024I am new to this. Where do I look for help and how much should I expect to pay?
4 CommentsNeedHelpWithMom Commented Feb 28, 2024How are CNA's protected against false accusations? As of now, there is nothing to help. You're guilty until found innocent.
3 CommentsScampie1 Commented Feb 17, 2024
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