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AgingCare.com
When Time is Limited, Internet is the Number One Support Tool for Caregivers
April 3rd, 2009
People who care for elderly parents are among the millions of Americans who regularly participate in social media. More than 65 percent of people caring for elderly parents use the Internet as their primary means of support and encouragement, according to an AgingCare.com survey. Family caregivers are using online forums and message boards, such as www.agingcare.com/community to connect with other caregivers, ask for suggestions, or just vent about what's bothering them. "People who are caring for elderly family members often feel helpless and alone. They feel trapped in their home, and getting someone to care for their elder while they attend an in-person support group...
Source: Health Business Week (2009-04-03)
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