Caregivers
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Everyday, for the past five years, I have been caring for a very special person in my life. That person is my mother. I must say this is, by far, the most important yet most challenging job I have ever acquired. My mother suffered a massive stroke which left her in debilitating state. She cann ....
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.... and may have to learn several new skills. There are 25 million family in the United States according to the National Family Association (NFCA). NFCA conducted a survey of membership which provided valuable insight as to who are and the significant contributions they make.
81% of are female
79% are married
70% are between age 40-60
54% care for spouses
21% care for parents
69% of care recipients live with their caregivers
55% of caregivers help recipient with daily living activiti ....
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