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Demand for Care Outpacing Supply of Caregivers With the rapidly increasing number of older adults, and the proliferation of chronic medical, mental, and psychological problems facing this age group, all caregivers - paid and unpaid - must become aware of individualized caregiving approaches based on the older adult's unique needs and level of functioning. This article offers several ways to individualize the care of elderly patients. Sensory Loss in Older Adults: Vision; Behavioral Approaches for Caregivers This article discuss the sensory changes that accompany aging, and the behavioral approaches for professional, paraprofessional, and family caregivers. The purpose of this article is to introduce many of the behavioral health insights, principles, and approaches that should influence our caregiving roles. This article addresses age-related visual changes. Sensory Loss in Older Adults: Taste, Smell & Touch; Behavioral Approaches for Caregivers This article is the third in a series that discuss sensory changes accompanying aging, and the necessary behavioral adjustments made by caregivers. The purpose of this article is to introduce some of the behavioral health insights, principles, and approaches that influence our caregiving roles. This article addresses age-related changes in taste, smell, and touch, and facial expressiveness.