The Goodman Group Blog Supporting Senior Loved Ones: A Caregiver's Guide to Encouraging Self-Care in Aging

Throughout the U.S., there are more than 37 million unpaid caregivers who assist someone age 65 or older. That’s 14% of the entire population. That number is likely to grow, since almost 70% of seniors will need some type of supportive care as they age and the senior population itself is rising. A caregiver’s natural inclination is to help, but encouraging self-care can benefit both your loved one and you.