Imagine spending hours on hold with a government agency. You finally get through, only to find out you’ve filled out the wrong form. Or worse, you’re told to start over because the system can’t accept the information you’ve already submitted elsewhere. Now imagine doing this while trying to care for a parent with dementia or…
Caregiving is one of the most challenging roles a person can take on, whether they’re caring for a loved one with dementia, managing medications, or navigating the complexities of a recent hospital discharge. Simply put, caregivers often feel alone and overwhelmed. Trualta—a caregiver support and education platform with interactive features like support groups and webinars—has…
Caregivers often experience feelings of stress, anxiety, loneliness, and even burnout. Managing multiple responsibilities, wondering about how to get through another challenge, and worrying about what’s next – caregiving is not an easy task. Caregiver support groups are one of the most effective ways to improve mental health and reduce feelings of isolation. By building…
In honor of Pride Month, Trualta sat down with Michele Giordano, an executive at SAGE, the world’s oldest organization dedicated to advocacy, services, and innovations to ensure lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer and/or questioning (LGBTQ+) elders everywhere age with the dignity and respect they deserve. In this two-part blog series, Michele discusses with Trualta…
In honor of Pride Month, Trualta sat down with Michele Giordano, an executive at SAGE, the world’s oldest organization dedicated to advocacy, services, and innovations to ensure lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer and/or questioning (LGBTQ+) elders everywhere age with the dignity and respect they deserve. In this two-part blog series, Michele discusses with Trualta…
We were honored to interview Michelle Branham, the agency head for the Florida Department of Elder Affairs, who has been at the forefront of advocating for and implementing caregiver support initiatives across the state. Secretary Branham sat down with Trualta to discuss the innovative programs, challenges, and future plans aimed at enhancing the well-being of…
In the United States, unpaid family caregivers play an increasingly important role, shouldering the responsibility of providing essential care to millions. According to the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP, more than 53 million Americans identify as family caregivers and provide $600 billion in care annually. Despite their significant contribution, family caregivers often lack a comprehensive support system,…
Introduction This fall, we asked 62 caregivers to complete a survey during their first login after registration. The caregivers were asked about their interests, confidence, living situation, and wellness. However, at Trualta, we recognize that behind these survey responses, there are real caregivers with real stories! So, we also took the time to sit down…
The Covid-19 pandemic has affected individuals, families, and communities in countless ways. Caregivers and their loved ones are among those who have been hardest hit by the pandemic’s impact. However, when trying to understand the unique challenges that families are now facing, we noticed a lack of timely and up-to-date information. Thus, to really understand…
Background We looked at the new report, Caregiving in the US 2020, from The National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) and the American Association for Retired Persons (AARP) to see how caregiving situations, needs, and experiences have changed since the last report in 2015. Caregivers need training and information, but often do not receive it from…