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Are you caring for an aging loved one?

You’re not alone in balancing work and caregiving, whether now or in the future.

At some point, many of us care for our aging parents, relatives or other loved ones. We’re here to help support your work-life needs in this area if you’re already caregiving or wondering if and how you’re needed as a caregiver.

As you navigate your way through issues involved in caring for an elderly loved one, our elder care specialist offers support and time-saving resources.

1 in 5
WORKING ADULTS IN THE U.S. ARE CAREGIVERS

Get help understanding when and how to support

Signs your elderly loved one may need your care:

  • Forgetfulness (missed appointments and medications)
  • Unpaid bills, bounced checks or late payment notices
  • Hesitation or confusion with completing routine, once-familiar daily tasks
  • Temperament or mood changes
  • Hygiene issues (disheveled clothing, unkempt appearance and body odor)
  • Weight changes and difficulty preparing meals
  • Unusually cluttered, unkempt and/or disorganized home
  • Loss of interest in activities they once enjoyed
  • Unexplained bruising or injuries
  • Unexplained dents or damage to the car


Let our expertise save you time and support you as a caregiver

Call or email our elder care specialist, Terri Weber.

Email terri.weber@uky.edu or call (859) 218-0457.

News

August 30, 2023

Events planned for Dementia Caregivers Week, Nov. 7-10

FACT: Those caring for a loved one with dementia contribute greatly to the quality of the life of their loved one, but serious consequences can be created for the caregiver due to the physical, mental, emotional and financial burdens caregiving creates.    

August 03, 2023

Never forget you still matter as a caregiver

“I matter. My life matters. My feelings matter. I am doing powerful, important work for my loved one —  but I still matter.” —  Cindy Laverty Some caregivers find their life purpose in caregiving. However, many caregivers accept the caregiver role out of a sense of duty, loyalty and love. Caregiving is not what brings purpose to their life, and that is fine.

July 06, 2023

What to know about caregiver burnout

The mental, physical and financial burdens of caregiving create a high risk for caregiver burnout.

June 01, 2023

What to consider before bringing mom and dad into your home

As adult children, it is natural to want to provide our aging parents with the best care and support possible. Sometimes moving them into our home may be a natural or necessary next step. Multigenerational households are becoming more and more common. According to a study by the Pew Research Center, one in five Americans lives in a multigenerational home.

Elder care

All employees, retirees, spouses, and adult children are eligible to consult with our elder care specialist at no charge.

Contact our office

Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
(859) 218-0457
terri.weber@uky.edu