Family Caregivers of Aging Adults
S3 Ep. 1
September 21, 2023 | Flatland | 1 min read
Reporter Credits:
D. Rashaan Gilmore hosts a thoughtful conversation about aging in place and the supports available for the increasing number of families who find themselves becoming caregivers as their loved ones age.
This season premiere of Flatland in Focus is part of Age-Old Questions, a Kansas City PBS reporting project exploring the complexities of retirement and elder care, offering answers and empowering action.
Companion Article
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Caregiving is an act of love. Countless gestures of kindness are required. They are essential for people aging in place aging with dignity in Kansas City.
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