5 questions to ask yourself before making a will
Most of us know that we should have a will — it’s just a matter of getting around to doing it. Regardless...
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4 ways to pay for long-term care with life insurance
Regardless of how healthy and fit you are now, the chances are good that you or your spouse may need...
Hospital visitation rights: 3 things you should know
If you’ve ever spent time in a hospital, you know that visitors can be a welcome—and sometimes essential—part of the...
Do you need a probate lawyer? 4 questions to ask
Navigating the probate process can be tricky and time-consuming for any executor. As the person in charge of carrying out the...
Should older adults buy life insurance?
One of the main benefits of life insurance is ensuring that your dependents would be provided for in the event of your...
Dementia and food: 13 tips to make sure a senior is eating enough
Alzheimer’s and dementia cause significant changes in the brain, which can turn the seemingly simple everyday task of eating into...
When Mom Moves In: Creating Boundaries and Expectations
The decision to move a parent into your household can follow a crisis. Maybe mom had a stroke and you’ve...
6 questions to ask a caregiver before hiring during the pandemic
Here are the top safety questions to ask before hiring a caregiver amid the latest COVID surge.
How senior caregivers can best care for themselves through the pandemic
Experts agree that these circumstances are a case for senior caregivers to be aware of and to address their own...
Gum grafting: What to know about gum recession, surgery and alternatives
If your dentist or periodontist has uttered the words gum recession — or worse — gum grafting surgery, your receding...
14 high-tech ways to help older adults stay connected
Whether you’re looking for tech tools to keep your aging loved one connected at home or in facility care, you...
6 creative ways caregivers can help seniors’ social lives thrive
For seniors aging in place, it can be difficult to keep up the social pace. Here’s how to help seniors...
9 expert-approved ways to help seniors keep up with everyday routines
As important as daily routines may be, sticking to them isn’t always easy for seniors. Changes in health status and...
The difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s, explained by experts
Alzheimer’s disease is one cause of dementia, Kaiser explains, but there are actually a number of other common diseases that...
How to find an estate planning attorney
When it comes to protecting and passing on your assets after you die, an estate planning attorney can (and should)...
4 things you must know about estate taxes
You know what they say about death and taxes—and when it comes to estate taxes, sometimes death isn’t even the...
7 caregiver benefits that are wise to consider offering
Offering these incentives could not only help move the process along but lead you to a fitting, reliable and qualified...
6 Reasons the Elderly Need Pets
We all love our four-legged cuddly companions. From dogs to cats to rabbits to iguanas, pets add immeasurable value to...
10 Things Grandparents Can Learn From Their Grandchildren
Kids say and do the darndest things — especially in the eyes of their grandparents. But seniors can learn a...
Questions to ask during a companion caregiver interview
Here’s how to connect with qualified companion caregiver candidates and all the bases you’ll want to cover when you meet.
What to do if your caregiver isn’t the right fit
If you feel the senior caregiver you hired is not up to the job, here’s how to proceed.
6 prescription discount cards that will help you save on your senior loved one’s medications
To help aging loved ones save on medication costs, many have turned to prescription discount card programs. These services typically...
What to do when someone dies without a will
Dying without a will: It sounds dire. What happens to the deceased’s assets? And who makes the decisions? Admittedly, the...
Palliative care versus hospice: Breaking down the differences
Researching care options but confused between palliative care vs. hospice care? Here’s a comparison of both types of care so you...
8 tips for communicating effectively with your parent’s medical team
As her parents’ health declined, Lori LaBey found herself increasingly responsible for managing their medical information. She had to keep...
Moving to a long-term care facility during delta: What you need to know
Wondering how the delta variant is affecting nursing homes and long-term care facilities? Experts offer safety advice and insight.
How to have tough conversations with a senior: 6 strategies for every family
Clara always had a contentious relationship with her fiercely-independent mother, and things didn’t get easier with time. Then, Clara’s mother...
Behavioral challenges with Alzheimer’s: Tips for caregivers
Over time, changes in the brain of a person with Alzheimer’s or dementia can lead to more and more puzzling and disturbing...
What’s the difference between an advance directive and a DNR?
If you’re ever unable to make your own medical decisions, the paperwork you’ve set up ahead of time can be...
How Medicare and Medicaid cover long-term care
Medicare and Medicaid. Their names are frustratingly easy to confuse or misstate. But when you’re navigating the emotionally charged (and...
What is an aging life care manager — and should you hire one?
Whether you’re an older adult or a concerned family caregiver, the decisions you need to make surrounding aging safely, comfortably...
What is PACE (Programs of All-Inclusive Care For The Elderly) and how do you qualify?
When federal and state government agencies began to develop community-based health services in the 1970s, the federal government, through the...
6 ways to prepare for the senior caregiving journey
The oft-circuitous journey of caring for aging parents catches many of us off guard. As our parents enter the challenging...
Juggling my mom’s end of life care while raising my sons was brutal, but what I’m left with is love
I steered the car through the neighborhood and along the 1.5-mile road that bridged my mother’s house from mine, and...
6 tips for staying connected with your loved one’s long-term care facility
Communication is key to ensure your loved one gets the care they need. Here are six expert-backed tips for getting...
4 common in-home senior care challenges and how to overcome them
It can sometimes be hard for someone to accept that they need extra help at home. Wanting to stay independent...
11 tips for helping seniors stay healthy during the holiday season
While the holidays are a time of gatherings with family and friends, they can also be a source of stress,...
6 ways to make long-distance caregiving work for your family
Caregiving is never simple, but being hundreds of miles away from your loved one can make it extra challenging. According...
Helping my dad age in place at the end of life was the best way to honor his wishes and spirit
“Don’t ever put me in a nursing home, Lee,” my father said one Saturday afternoon as we finished bagging up...
7 Tips for Hiring a Live-in Special Needs Nurse
Sometimes you need help caring for a child or adult with special needs. Hiring a live-in caregiver can be a...