Heartbreaking Loss Unveils The Fear Behind Caregiving: Gene Hackman & Betsy Arakawa

The world was recently struck by the heartbreaking news of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, both of whom passed away in their home just days apart. Gene, the legendary actor, had been living with advanced Alzheimer’s disease, and Betsy, an esteemed classical pianist, had been his devoted caregiver throughout his illness. Investigations...

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What Respite Means to a Caregiver and How to Find It

Being a caregiver is not always an easy feat. It’s a long-term commitment that comes with watching someone you love age with a disease known to change the person you once knew, all while you juggle various roles and responsibilities to make sure your loved one is still being provided for. Some days, it feels like the world's weight is falling on...

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