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Kirsten Gillibrand: “While caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's is rewarding in its own right, it can also be stressful, bringing physical…”

On the recordMay 19, 2021
While caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's is rewarding in its own right, it can also be stressful, bringing physical and mental challenges and health challenges for caregivers who are often overlooked.
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Kirsten Gillibrand
Democratic · New York

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Gillibrand highlights the challenges faced by Alzheimer's caregivers.

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