Family Support
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Families are the backbone of the long-term care system, providing 70 percent of Alzheimer care. When families provide care at home, the cost of paid assistance is $19,000 annually compared with nearly $64,000 in a facility. However, this "family care system" is at enormous risk:
Caregivers deserve help and support. Supporting caregivers through simple interventions such as respite, counseling and other services, while ensuring the safety of their loved ones can have a major impact on health care costs, economic well-being and quality of life. In this section, learn more about family care support issues and how advocates can make a difference. 
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