Care.com offers to help consumers find caregivers for their children, family members with special needs, elderly parents and pets; as well as providers of housekeeping and tutoring services.

Some of these programs, known as "comprehensive dementia care," also employ coaches or navigators who help assess patients' and caregivers' needs, develop individualized care plans, connect ...

When you ask for help, it doesn't mean that you've given up on your loved one or you don't love them. It just gives you some time to take care of yourself. You'll be a better caregiver when you ...

After a fall or surgery, some older people will need short-term care at home from a nurse or therapist to help them recover. Medicare, the federal insurance program for those 65 and over ...