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13 stories tagged with "Caregiver Support"
Greece Opens National Dementia Care Center in Athens
Health & Wellness•Oct 1

Greece Opens National Dementia Care Center in Athens

Greece is launching a groundbreaking dementia care center that will serve 5,000 people annually with free therapy, diagnosis, and family support. The facility sets a new standard for compassionate dementia care across the country.

Euronews•2 min read
Mom Refused to Give Up. 18 Years Later, Her Son Thrives
Acts of Kindness•Aug 21

Mom Refused to Give Up. 18 Years Later, Her Son Thrives

When doctors asked Llona Makhubedu to withdraw life support from her newborn son, she refused. Today, 18 years later, Paballo is thriving at boarding school thanks to comprehensive support that made all the difference.

AllAfrica - Health•3 min read
Michigan Hospice Seeks Volunteers to Comfort Families
Acts of Kindness•Jul 31

Michigan Hospice Seeks Volunteers to Comfort Families

A nonprofit hospice in Southwest Michigan is recruiting volunteers to bring comfort to patients facing serious illness and give family caregivers much-needed breaks. No experience required, just compassion and a few hours to spare.

Acts of Kindness Desk•2 min read
TV Host Ruth Langsford Champions Faster Dementia Diagnosis
Acts of Kindness•May 24

TV Host Ruth Langsford Champions Faster Dementia Diagnosis

British television presenter Ruth Langsford is calling for speedier dementia diagnoses after caring for both parents with the condition. Her advocacy shines light on how faster diagnosis helps families access support sooner.

Myjoyonline Ghana•2 min read
Mom Trains 1000s of Caregivers After Son's Autism Diagnosis
Acts of Kindness•May 22

Mom Trains 1000s of Caregivers After Son's Autism Diagnosis

A mother turned her journey of supporting her son with Asperger's syndrome into a foundation that has trained thousands of caregivers across India. Neena Rao's Margika Foundation now helps families navigate neurodivergent conditions with empathy and practical tools.

The Better India•3 min read
FDA Approves First Drug for Alzheimer's Agitation
Health & Wellness•May 1

FDA Approves First Drug for Alzheimer's Agitation

Millions of families caring for loved ones with Alzheimer's just got meaningful help. The FDA has approved AXS-05, the first treatment specifically designed to ease agitation in Alzheimer's patients.

Health & Wellness Desk•2 min read
Health & Wellness•Apr 29

Nigeria Bank Launches Nationwide Autism Support Initiative

A major Nigerian bank is tackling the country's autism care gap with a new program focused on early detection, caregiver training, and policy reform. The initiative could bring coordinated support to thousands of families currently navigating the system alone.

AllAfrica - Health•3 min read
Nigeria Launches Bank-Led Push for Autism Early Detection
Health & Wellness•Apr 29

Nigeria Launches Bank-Led Push for Autism Early Detection

A major Nigerian bank is partnering with health groups to fix critical gaps in autism diagnosis and family support. The initiative could help thousands of families currently navigating the system alone.

Premium Times Nigeria•2 min read
Michigan Cancer Center Plans May Survivor Celebration
Acts of Kindness•Apr 16

Michigan Cancer Center Plans May Survivor Celebration

Cancer survivors in Coldwater, Michigan, will gather for an evening of connection, hope, and celebration this May. The event brings together those who've fought cancer and the caregivers who stood by them.

Acts of Kindness Desk•2 min read
Illinois Cancer Survivors Honored at Community Brunch
Community Heroes•Apr 14

Illinois Cancer Survivors Honored at Community Brunch

Three Illinois counties are celebrating cancer survivors with a free brunch this Saturday, bringing together patients and caregivers for food, fellowship, and hope. The event kicks off a summer of community support for those fighting the disease.

Community Heroes Desk•2 min read
Acts of Kindness•Apr 13

Limpopo Mom Turns Grief Into Disability Support Movement

After losing her 13-year-old daughter with cerebral palsy, a South African mother is creating a support network to help other families raising children with disabilities. Her mission: ensuring no parent feels alone in their caregiving journey.

AllAfrica - Health•2 min read
Illinois Cancer Survivors Honored at Free April Brunch
Community Heroes•Apr 1

Illinois Cancer Survivors Honored at Free April Brunch

Three Illinois counties are throwing a celebration brunch for cancer survivors and their caregivers this April. The free event welcomes anyone touched by cancer, whether diagnosed yesterday or decades ago.

Community Heroes Desk•2 min read