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Caregiving Chronicles will present news and analysis on caregiving topics in MetroWest and around the world, in-depth Q&As with experts in fields related to caregiving and updates and announcements about caregiving resources available in MetroWest from CaregivingMetroWest.org Program Director Douglas Flynn.


Caregiving Issues, General, Health Conditions, National Health Observances
American Heart Month 2022 highlights Hypertension »
By Douglas Flynn / February 7, 2022
February is American Heart Month and this year the CDC is highlighting hypertension, also known as high blood pressure. We will help you understand what it is, how to prevent it and how to manage it if you are diagnosed with high blood pressure.
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Posted on February 7, 2022 0 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues
What is on your 2022 bucket list? »
By Douglas Flynn / January 12, 2022
A new calendar year is when many of us think about how we want to be spending our time. In addition to resolutions, caregivers and older adults should think about creating a bucket list of things they would enjoy in 2022.  Caregivers, how about including self-care and things you can enjoy with your loved one?
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Posted on January 12, 2022 0 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, General, Local Resources
Grateful Moments Memory Café »
By DebraMcDonagh / December 10, 2021
Held the third Monday each Month from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. at the Lost Shoe Brewing and Roasting Company in Marlborough.
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Posted on December 10, 2021 0 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, General, National Health Observances
National Family Caregivers Month, celebrated every November »
By DebraMcDonagh / November 2, 2021
A time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country.
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Posted on November 2, 2021 0 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, General, Health Conditions, National Health Observances, Training
Alzheimer's Association Special programs »
By DebraMcDonagh / October 28, 2021
A Special series of programs in honor of National Family Caregivers Month.
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Posted on October 28, 2021 0 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, General, Local Resources, Training
Caregiver burnout and how to find time for self-care »
By DebraMcDonagh / October 26, 2021
Free webinars that you can watch anytime, from AARP.
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Posted on October 26, 2021 0 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, General, Local Resources
Alzheimer's association Support groups October - November 2021 »
By DebraMcDonagh / September 29, 2021
A list of virtual support groups for those LIVING WITH dementia and for those CARING FOR someone with dementia.
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Posted on September 29, 2021 0 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, General, Health Conditions, Local Resources
The COVID Booster: What is the timing and who is eligible? »
By DebraMcDonagh / September 27, 2021
The Baker-Polito administration has announced that Massachusetts residents will be able to receive Pfizer COVID-19 booster doses from more than 460 locations.
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Posted on September 27, 2021 0 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, Community Events, General, Health Conditions, Training
Walk with Ease - the Sherborn Council on Aging »
By DebraMcDonagh / September 24, 2021
Starting October 12, Walk with Ease is an evidence-based, 6-week program that was designed by the Arthritis Foundation to improve overall strength, flexibility and reduce pain.
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Posted on September 24, 2021 0 Comment 0
Caregiving Issues, General, Health Conditions, Q&A
COVID-19 Boosters and the Flu Shot »
By DebraMcDonagh / September 22, 2021
Can you get your flu shot at the same time as a COVID booster vaccine? What is the roll out for the Boosters? When can I get my flu shot? We collected information on all of these topics to help you know what is right for you.
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Posted on September 22, 2021 0 Comment 0
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The BayPath Family Caregiver Support Program and CaregivingMetroWest.org has been made possible by funding from the Older Americans Act as granted by Executive Office of Elder Affairs. Participants may make a voluntary donation toward the cost of this federally funded service. Click here for more information.

CaregivingMetroWest.org was originally made possible, in part, by generous grants from the MetroWest Health Foundation. Additional funding support was graciously donated by Avidia Bank from 2018 – 2021.

Thank you, MetroWest Health Foundation and Avidia Bank, for enabling BayPath Elder Services to provide support and resources to family caregivers.