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November is National Family Caregiver Month

Did you know nearly 29% of Americans are caregivers? They are either caring for a spouse, parent or other family member, all while keeping their own life running. They carry the stress of ensuring their family member is healthy and taken care of, many times with little acknowledgement. This month, take some time to recognize a caregiver and let them know how important they are.

I'll take this month to post resources for caregivers that will hopefully make their lives a bit easier. Here are some great websites to help caregivers in Los Angeles get guidance and assistance:

Los Angeles Department on Aging:  http://aging.lacity.org/

Partners in Care Foundation:  http://www.picf.org/landing_pages/121,3.html

Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center:  http://wellness.usc.edu/2008/07/los-angeles-caregiver-resource.html





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