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Issues in family caring of the elderly

Issues in family caring of the elderly

What challenges do family caregivers face?

When a family member requires home care, family caregivers may face physical, financial, social, and emotional burdens. If caregiving responsibilities are unevenly distributed among family members, it can easily lead to family conflicts and may even result in elder abuse.

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