Rosalynn Carter Institute

Caregiver Support · Wisconsin · Free

Caregiver support, research, and training programs to help family caregivers. Useful for caregivers managing dementia, chronic illness, post-stroke recovery, or end-of-life care at home. Respite hours can typically be used for in-home aides, adult day care, or short-term residential stays. Burnout is the leading cause of nursing home placement, not the senior's medical condition. Respite isn't a luxury, it's a placement-prevention tool. Open at no cost to Wisconsin seniors and the families supporting...

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