Caregivers

More middle-aged adults are leaving their jobs early to care for elderly parents. In the EU, 45% of people provide unpaid care, and 10% manage multiple caregiving roles. The UK expects nearly 1 million more adult carers in the next ten years. The "sandwich generation," who care for both children and aging parents, is now joined by the "club-sandwich generation," who also support grandchildren, as more families span four generations. To help retain employees, a UK group is calling on employers to give adult carers the same level of support as working parents.

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Employers who don’t support staff caring for elderly relatives risk losing them, reports warn. Read more.

If you're caring for someone with type 2 diabetes in Canada, having access to practical, trustworthy information makes a big difference. The Government of Canada's Living with diabetes page is a solid starting point.

It covers the basics of blood sugar monitoring, medication, and healthy eating, but also goes further with links to diabetes education programs, foot care services, Indigenous-specific supports, and mental health resources. It also outlines how to access local diabetes care teams and community programs, which can help share the load when you're supporting someone day to day.

It’s a practical, no-nonsense hub for both patients and caregivers looking to navigate the Canadian healthcare system more effectively.

If you know someone living with type 2 diabetes, you may be concerned about their health and well-being. This is a chronic illness requiring lifelong maintenance. You can’t remove the disease, but you can offer support, comfort, and kindness in a number of ways.

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If you know someone living with type 2 diabetes, you can offer support, comfort, and kindness in a number of ways.