{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"IFM | Supporting Family Caregivers in 2025: How Family Physicians Can Strengthen Healthcare\u2019s Hidden Workforce","description":" In this episode of Inside Family Medicine, we are joined by Rita Choula, AARP's Senior Director of Caregiving, and Dr. Ecler Jaqua, a family and geriatric medicine expert, to discuss how family physicians can support caregivers. Topics include the role and challenges faced by family caregivers, key findings from AARP's Caregiving in the US 2025 report, and important practices for family physicians to support caregivers. Both guests share personal experiences and underscore the importance of recognizing and supporting caregivers as a critical component of the health care system.&amp;nbsp;   &amp;nbsp;   Topics By Timestamp&amp;nbsp;   00:00 Introduction to Inside Family Medicine&amp;nbsp;   00:12 Meet the Experts: Rita Chola and Dr. Ecler Jaqua&amp;nbsp;   01:37 AARP's Role in Supporting Caregivers&amp;nbsp;   03:37 Key Findings from AARP's Caregiving Report&amp;nbsp;   05:49 Challenges Faced by Family Caregivers&amp;nbsp;   07:22 Supporting Caregivers in Family Medicine&amp;nbsp;   10:12 The Growing Caregiving Population&amp;nbsp;   11:51 Training and Support for Caregivers&amp;nbsp;   17:32 Unique Challenges of the Sandwich Generation&amp;nbsp;   22:58 Personal Stories and Impactful Support&amp;nbsp;   27:25 Final Takeaways and Resources&amp;nbsp;   &amp;nbsp;   Additional Resources&amp;nbsp;   Caregiving in the US 2025: Key Trends, Strains, and Policy Needs&amp;nbsp;   Caregiving in the U.S. 2025 - AARP Research Report&amp;nbsp;   Geriatric Medicine Online CME | AAFP&amp;nbsp;   &amp;nbsp;   Disclaimer: Copyright 2025. AAFP. The views presented in this broadcast are the speaker\u2019s own and do not represent those of AAFP.\u202f The information presented is for general, educational, or entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal, health, financial, or other advice.\u202f AAFP makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and is not responsible for results that may arise from its use.\u202f Consult an appropriate professional concerning your specific situation and respective governing bodies for applicable laws. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by AAFP unless specifically stated otherwise.\u202f AAFP and the AAFP logo are registered trademarks of American Academy of Family Physicians.&amp;nbsp;  ","author_name":"Inside Family Medicine","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/499348","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39022325\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/195420705"}