Young New Yorkers balance childhood with caregiver responsibilities
Two children in the New York City area have taken on adult responsibilities by caring for a loved one as they try to juggle their own lives.
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Two children in the New York City area have taken on adult responsibilities by caring for a loved one as they try to juggle their own lives.
The cost can sometimes fall on the smallest shoulders -- children who go to school, do their homework and then go home to take care of a parent, grandparent or sibling. For many, it’s not a choice. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
High school students are helping residents in assisted living in Long Island, New York feel a bit more confident with makeovers.
In CBS News New York's latest installment of our Cost of Caregiving series, we take a look at city programs that are keeping older adults thriving.
In CBS News New York's latest installment of our Cost of Caregiving series, reporter Jennifer Bisram takes a look at the local programs that are keeping older adults thriving.
The Suffolk County Police Financial Crimes Unit is investigating what it calls a growing trend of scammers targeting senior citizens with text messages.
Caregiving is a tough job that affects everyone, regardless of their celebrity or financial status. That's why some big names are using their platforms to help others who are going through the same thing.
Many in the LGBTQ+ population encounter unique challenges as they age and provide care for their loved ones.
When it comes to healthy aging, music can have a big impact. That's why senior centers and renowned institutions like The Julliard School are creating senior-friendly music classes.
As Americans live longer, there's a dire need to create an age-friendly health care system. But right now, there aren't enough doctors specializing in geriatrics to care for older adults.
A fire at the Inman Grove Senior Living Center in Edison, New Jersey on Tuesday night left two people badly injured.
CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram takes a look at the struggles and how leaders are trying to change the system.
Caring for a loved one can be tough. Where do you start? What if they don't qualify for Medicaid? How do you juggle it all emotionally, physically, mentally and financially? Jennifer Bisram reports.
Advocates told CBS New York on Monday that some elderly are languishing due to a lack of state funding.
Advocates told CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan on Monday that some elderly are languishing due to a lack of state funding.
The company managing Medicaid transport for the state is casting a wide net for replacement ambulettes. CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports.
