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Caring for loved ones does not hold companies back; in fact, it helps them thrive. A new Singapore study reveals that workplaces actively supporting family caregivers see greater dedication, stronger retention, and superior business performance.
A father frustrated by health monitoring systems built only for hospitals created AI technology that lets caregivers and families track loved ones at home. His startup Thryve Labs listens to real caregivers to design sensors that predict problems before they happen.
A small Iowa town rallied 244 walkers who've raised nearly $50,000 for Alzheimer's research, many honoring loved ones lost to the disease. Top fundraiser Cindy Gooch, who lost both parents and her husband to Alzheimer's, baked mini loaves of bread to fuel the fight for a cure.
After caring for her mother with schizophrenia since childhood, Neha Kirpal co-founded two of India's largest mental health organizations to help families like hers. Her journey from child caregiver to healthcare pioneer is reshaping mental health support across the country.
New AI-powered smart home technology is helping millions of family caregivers who spend 27 hours weekly caring for loved ones with dementia. These watchful systems prevent accidents and give exhausted caregivers much-needed relief.
Families struggling to care for loved ones with dementia are getting new support as experts reveal simple strategies to prevent wandering and keep their relatives safe. A growing movement to integrate dementia care into national health systems could transform how millions of families navigate this challenging journey.