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Althought their health and eyesight were failing, Clark and Altave Vandenberg enjoyed living by themselves in their El Sobrante, California, home. Both were adamantly opposed to moving to a nursing home.But when Altave fell and broke her hip, her injury shattered the fragile accommodations the couple had made to continue living independently. Clark's ill health left him unable to care for his ailing wife. When she left the hospital after her fall, Altave stayed with a friend who could care …

Opportunities and obstacles of CaregivingYou also need to take a close look at your own situation. The National Family Caregivers Alliance recommends examining your strengths and weaknesses, as well as opportunities and threats. Call it a SWOT inventory (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats). Your strengths might include your work ethic or your generosity. A list of weaknesses might include a lack of knowledge about healthcare. (If it does, don't worry. You'll get up to speed.) Oppo …