CARE at the UW-Madison School of Nursing
“You have got your own space.” “A weight is lifted off my shoulder.” “It’s lovely just being independent for once.” These quotes show the importance of respite care to family caregivers of older adults (Ashworth and Baker, 2000). Respite care provides a short break for family caregivers—anywhere from a few hours to several days or …
Rural communities are aging more rapidly than are other areas, in Wisconsin and across the country. Nearly everyone wants to stay in their community as they age. Increasingly, rural leaders are asking how they can help older residents to thrive. Some are pioneering age-friendly approaches that other communities can learn from. In Wisconsin, three coalitions—in …
Cecilia’s son told her that the government had stopped sending her Social Security checks. Concerned, Cecilia talked to another family member, who had noticed the son making big-ticket purchases. It didn’t take long to figure out that the son, who Cecilia relied on for help, was taking her checks. Cecilia decided not to report the …