For example, the National Family Caregivers Association (whose founder, Suzanne Mintz participated in our panel), and the Family Caregiver Alliance advocate.

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The Family Caregiver Alliance estimates that 30% to 59% of caregivers have symptoms of depression, which can lead to more health problems.

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The Family Caregiver Alliance, a San Francisco nonprofit group, suggests addressing the following issues: the latest doctor's report, fears about illness and caregiving, daily caregiving needs, financial concerns, the person who will make decisions about finances or medical treatment, what support role each family member should play and what support the primary caregiver might need.

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