When the caregiver is gone: The hidden crisis in aging services

When the caregiver is gone: The hidden crisis in aging services
McKnight's Senior Living; by Derek Dunham; 6/23/25
Families need to think beyond a single caregiver. A network of support — whether made up of family, friends, professional caregivers or senior living communities — is essential. Here’s what that looks like in practice:

• Have a “plan B” caregiver.
• Create a communication web.
• Consider respite and home care services.
• Talk about the “what ifs.”