Quality Care and Your Home Care Aide
It’s a relief to have finally arranged for home care for your parent or spouse. But that’s only half the...
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Steps to Hire Senior Caregivers
Find Qualified Applicants Care.com can be used to find local senior caregivers online, interview them in person and check all...
Man, 88, Fulfills Lifelong Goal, Graduates With College Degree
Horace Sheffield has seen and done a lot in his 88 years, and he just celebrated his proudest moment. The...
5 Ways Older Workers Can Combat Age Discrimination in 2017
Whether you’re re-entering the work world after retirement, or are energized and simply dedicated to your nine-to-five, there are a lot of 50-plus...
Real Story Spotlight: “My favorite is when the residents give you a kiss on the cheek and tell you that they love you, because you know they mean it.”
Vicky G., a senior care provider in Mechanicsburg, PA,chats about finding a her second career in senior care. Mechanicsburg, PA – A well-liked member of...
Meal Time Without TV
I am a mother of a two-year-old boy. Things get a little crazy at our house sometimes and as an...
6 Ways To Balance Life, Work and Caregiving
This post originally appeared on Glassdoor.com, it has been reprinted with permission. Are you taking care of family members or...
DIY Design: Seamlessly Add An In-Law Suite To Your Floor Plan
Get expert advice and inspiration for adding a comfy extra living space to your home. Many people leave the family...
Want Job Security? 5 In-Demand Medical Careers to Consider
This post originally appeared on Glassdoor, it has been reprinted with permission. There are a few industries that will always...
Paying for Senior Care Legal Fees
My mother’s (second) husband is ill. All of their assets — home and stocks/bonds/annuities — are in his name only. ...
Dementia and Guardianship
My client came to see me at her wits end about what to do about her father. He was suffering...
Hawaii Wants to Give Cash to Family Caregivers
Hawaii last week passed the Kapuna Caregivers Act, a first-of-its-kind piece of legislation that could provide the financial relief working...
Small Linen Closet Organization Rewind
Have you ever organized a space just to realize a few months later that the system you have put into...
The 5 Best Family-Friendly Coffee Shops in Las Vegas
Check out these five coffee shops where you can relax while the kids have fun! Coffee is a must-have in...
GOING THE EXTRA MILE
DO YOU FEEL THAT ONE SHOULD PAY YOU MORE FOR DOING EXTRA WORK/HOURS IN THEIR HOME EVERY TIME OR PERIODICALLY. ESPECIALLY...
I would really like to offer help to my community… But How?
I have made this profile, applied to many jobs, and still nothing. How does this work?
5 Fun Farms for Strawberry Picking in the Denver Area
Sometimes it’s hard to remember vast farmlands when you’re in Denver, and I know I’m guilty of craving a country...
These Are the Best & Worst States for Seniors
There are nearly 75 million Baby Boomers in the U.S., and many of them have already hit — or are close...
I was so excited~Have patience
I applied for 6 jobs so far and I got 2 of them within 2 weeks. I was surprized and...
10 Community Service Ideas for San Francisco Kids
How do we get kids to give back? Connect them to community service from a young age and show them...
How to Choose the Best Medical Alert Device for Your Loved One
It only takes one mishap for life to change suddenly for an aging loved one. Even if your parent or...
How Care Took Center Stage on the Golden Globes’ Red Carpet
Dazzling black gowns, tailored tuxedos, and the ever-familiar red carpet kicked off the 75th Golden Globes on Sunday night. But...
Organic Versus Non-GMO Labeling
For people who have become more watchful of what goes into what they eat, the good news is that an...
Uniform Law Clarifies Authorities Granted in Aging Parent’s Power of Attorney
When George Reilly was growing up in New York, his father had a nylon gym bag that he called his “death...
Growing together at the end of life: Having honest, emotional conversations
A life-limiting diagnosis can be a frightening prospect, but some people learn to use the opportunity to their advantage. They...
How to Create a Meaningful Bucket List
Although the Morgan Freeman-Jack Nicholson movie “The Bucket List” was in theaters more than a decade ago, people across America...
Creating a Social Network May Protect the Elderly From Financial Fraud
Seniors aged 65 and above will make up 18 percent of the nation’s population by 2030. Currently, Americans over the...
4 Ways Seniors Can Avoid Isolation After a Spouse Dies
In her new book, “Now With You, Now Without,” actor and author Kathryn Leigh Scott writes about the isolation she...
Caregiver Triangle
If you’ve been providing care for any length of time then I’m sure you know exactly what I am talking...
May “Senior Sense”- Creating a Legacy that Endures: Grandparents Connecting with Grandchildren
“Mom, look at Grandma. She looks so pretty.” My twelve-year-old daughter discovered a picture of my mom in a box...
How to Distance Yourself From Regrets
Looking back on your life, do you have any regrets? If you’re like most people, a few notable moments may...
How to Talk to Aging Parents About Who Gets What in the Will
Jenna said she didn’t think it was possible to feel worse than she already did after her mother’s death, but...
Should You Consider Switching Pharmacies to Save Money?
Cheaper prescriptions may come at a higher price. Most seniors are careful with managing their money, and prescription drugs offer...
How to Move Forward After Surviving a Heart Attack
Learn to move toward life with cardiac rehabilitation, medication, a heart-healthy diet, and cognitive therapy. It happened. You had a...
Learn About AFib and How to Live With It
Once you find the right treatment, it’s possible to have a normal life with AFib. Atrial Fibrillation, or AFib, is...
How Man’s Best Friend Can Help Ease Dementia Symptoms
For someone with dementia, a dog can put them at ease, brighten their mood, or help them carry on more...
August “Senior Sense” – Are you your parent’s keeper?
To understand the nuances of caregiving and how to navigate this uncertain terrain, I had a chance to interview Jody...
As baby boomers move into old age, who will care for us?
My high school buddies and I recently got together and reminisced about old times. “Can you believe we’re 60?” we...
The cost of caregiving: Meet the millennials taking a 2nd (unpaid) shift
At the tender age of 14, Angelina, an earnest and soft-spoken middle schooler, began caring for her mother, who suffered...
How to care for a parent who couldn’t care for you
When my friend Morgan began caring for her father, I remember being surprised. I didn’t know Morgan’s dad was even...