Caregiving

An additional 6 million Americans, including 1 million veterans, will be eligible for ABLE accounts.

Divorce proceedings become extra complicated when a child may need a lifetime of support.

Programs for dementia caregivers are typically financed by grants or government funding and free to families.

Those requiring safer or additional care are hiring private-duty companions. Some institutions insist on this. (By Annalee Kruger)

Being able to spot red flags and help families advocate for ailing loved ones also adds value to client relationships. (By Annalee Kruger)

The disagreement between me and my siblings mirrored a larger debate in the medical community about how best to treat dementia patients.

Here are some options to hold down the cost.

A senior-living expert describes his successful care model that will be the basis of an innovative dementia-care village. (By Larry Carlson)

Parents who provide transparency about finances can make it easier for their adult child who unexpectedly must provide caregiving for them.

An index on women's financial health compiled by Ellevest shows that women in the United States are in their worst financial shape since 2018.

High living costs, student debt, family obligations or cultural traditions have kept young adults living at home for longer than expected.

Classes focus on dozens of topics including dementia care, medication management and self-care for caregivers.