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A Home for Grandfamilies

Specialized housing communities meet the needs of grandparents and grandchildren

MAY 17, 2019 | By Kevyn Burger

Best Ways to Prepare for Life’s Big Financial ‘What-Ifs’

Frank advice from Chanel Reynolds, author of 'What Matters Most'

MAY 14, 2019 | By Richard Eisenberg

How Family Caregivers Make Career and Elder Care Work

Family Caregivers

The multitude of ways the employees handle all their responsibilities

MAY 14, 2019 | By Liz O'Donnell

For Help With Long-Term Care Costs, Look to the States

Long-Term Care Costs

Suddenly, things are happening across the nation to help family caregivers

MAY 10, 2019 | By Chris Farrell

Resources for Your Next Doctor Appointment

Doctor Appointment

These letter templates have the potential to significantly improve your care

MAY 8, 2019 | By Grace Birnstengel

A Little-Known Way to Manage Your Meds

Manage Your Meds

Medicare often covers a personal consultation with a pharmacist

APRIL 30, 2019 | By Frieda Wiley, PharmD

Aging in America: News and Trends From 2 Summits

Aging in America

An on-the-ground report on topics from elder fraud to encore careers

APRIL 24, 2019 | By Richard Eisenberg

Caregivers: When’s the Last Time You Took a Vacation?

Time to relax and recharge is essential for you and your loved one

APRIL 18, 2019 | By Debbie Swanson

Dementia Care Reimagined: A Q&A With Dr. Tia Powell

The author calls for more research on developing compassionate care models

APRIL 17, 2019 | By Edie Grossfield

Why Are Family Caregiving Questions Missing From the 2020 Census?

Family Caregiving

How knowing the answers could help the country deal with caregiving issues

APRIL 10, 2019 | By Sig Cohen

After a Serious Fall, a Closer Bond

A deeper union is the surprising result of an accident at home

APRIL 10, 2019 | By Claudia Gryvatz Copquin

How to Prepare Loved Ones for Severe Weather and Emergencies

What you can do to help ensure their safety and care

APRIL 8, 2019 | By Mark Ray

Can A Caregiver Be Too Devoted?

How to know when caregiving crosses the line to self-neglect

APRIL 5, 2019 | By Randi Mazzella

How Social Robots Could Help Older Patients Help Themselves

The machines could assist with caregiving and coaching needs

APRIL 1, 2019 | By Randy Rieland

Touch the Screen and A Memory Appears

The House of Memories app sparks connection for those living with dementia

MARCH 22, 2019 | By Julie Pfitzinger

Tax Tips for People 65+ and Family Caregivers

The tax rules have changed a lot for 2018 returns, so here's what you need to know

MARCH 21, 2019 | By Deb Hipp

Colleges and Retirement Communities Partner to Offer Multigenerational Living

retirement communities

Students and older residents benefit from the relationships they build

MARCH 20, 2019 | By Tami Kamin Meyer

Grandmas2Go Arrive With Love

By helping with simple tasks, volunteers make an impact on families

MARCH 19, 2019 | By Julie Pfitzinger

Making a Safe Transition From Hospital to Rehab

How to ensure your loved one will receive good care after the move

MARCH 8, 2019 | By Cari Shane

Nursing Home Ratings: Who Can You Trust?

Nursing home ratings

Yelp and Medicare dole out stars for nursing homes in very different ways

MARCH 6, 2019 | By Richard Eisenberg

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