8 Touching Handmade Gift Ideas for Grandparents
Yes, you can buy a present for a loving grandparent from a store, but they can be very impersonal. Why...
Senior care
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
Caregiver Triangle
If you’ve been providing care for any length of time then I’m sure you know exactly what I am talking...
The 2020 household employment changes every family should prepare for
If you have a nanny watching your kids or a senior caregiver taking care of a loved one, you know...
Caregiver Testimonials: Meg W.
Meg is a caregiver currently living in Los Angeles, pursuing her primary passion as a traveling dancer. She uses Care.com to...
Parenting Positively: Ten Important Truths Adults Should Learn About Children
The hardest job in the world is being a parent, or maybe it’s being a child. Both these...
ALERT: Salmonella Found in Dog Treats, Pet Food Prompts Recall
Image via Food and Drug Administration Attention dog owners: If you’ve purchased Raws for Paws pet food or Smokehouse Pet...
Health and safety tips for seniors exercising
Learn essential health and safety tips for older adults who want to get started with regular exercise.
Emergency medical checklist for older adults: Here’s what to include
No emergency situation is simple, but those with seniors can be even more complicated due to numerous medications, doctors, insurance...
The cost of continuing care retirement communities: Can you afford it?
From independent living to assisted living and nursing home care, CCRCs can provide its residents with varied levels of care. There...
Checklist: Questions to ask an assisted living community
Here are some things to ask and contemplate when choosing an assisted living community. Make sure you take your time, ask many...
Caregiving during the mid-to-late stages of Alzheimer’s and dementia
The middle stages of Alzheimer’s or dementia can be the most challenging time for a caregiver. Your loved one is losing more and more...
8 questions to make choosing a CCRC easier
If you’re just beginning to dip your toe into the world of senior caregiving, there are several acronyms you’ll find...
10 ways to manage guilt when caring for aging parents from afar
Long-distance caregiver guilt is normal, but you don't have to face it alone. Here, experts offer tips to feel better...
This is how much senior care costs in 2019
As Baby Boomers move into their golden years, their adult-aged children are feeling the financial and emotional strain of caring...
What happens when term life insurance expires
Picture it: 10, 20, 30 years ago. Your past, responsible self purchased life insurance that would keep your family covered...
You probably need to update your beneficiaries. Here’s why
You’re asked to name a beneficiary many times over throughout your lifetime — each time you start a new job...
Revocable living trusts: The basics
Revocable living trusts are one of the most common forms of trusts that people put in place to protect their...
How to create a health care proxy
Who would you pick to make medical decisions for you if you were no longer able to make them on...
8 common questions about wills, answered by an expert
When it comes to your last will and testament, you’ve probably got questions — lots of questions — about this...
5 ways to maintain healthy family relationships when caring for an aging loved one
Caring for an aging loved one is undoubtedly a stressful experience. Add in the stress that caregiving can put on...
Power of attorney: Know the types and how to draft a form
A power of attorney (POA) form is a legal document saying you’re granting someone else (the attorney-in-fact) the power to...
In-home care vs. assisted living: What’s best for your family?
Adults don’t all age the same way at the same time, so having an open and honest conversation with the...
Comparing in-home care and adult day programs
Nearly half of all older adults need at least some kind of help with everyday activities, according to a 2014...
How to Support Your Parent’s Senior Living Facility Romance
Love knows no age, but is this the right step for your parent? When you were choosing a senior...