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Ohio’s unpaid caregivers—over two million strong—are quietly shouldering immense burdens, often sacrificing their own health and well-being to keep loved ones at home. Fueled by fear of nursing homes and a deep sense of duty, many avoid outside help, risking burnout and isolation. Experts stress that support services aren’t about breaking up families but helping people age safely in familiar settings. In rare but serious cases, neglect can lead to legal consequences. Yet solutions exist: from daily aid to Medicaid funding and even paid family caregiving. Seeking help isn’t weakness—it’s the key to sustaining both caregiver and care recipient. One caregiver’s story shows how support revived her husband’s spirit and gave her the space to breathe again.

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