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What Millennials Want the Government to Do About Long-Term Care

Two surveys show what they support and what's stressing millennial caregivers

JUNE 19, 2018 | By Chris Farrell

Curbing Elder Abuse: What’s Been Helping, What’s Needed

Why this elder advocate applauds efforts by the Trump administration and Congress

JUNE 12, 2018 | By Bob Blancato

Worth a Listen: Living in the ‘Gray Area’ of Aging

Gray Area Podcast

A podcast from Columbia students on growing older around New York City

JUNE 8, 2018 | By Grace Birnstengel

Ways to Talk With a Parent About Signs of Dementia

Tips from the Alzheimer's Association for Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness month

JUNE 1, 2018 | By Emily Gurnon

How Volunteering at a Nursing Home Helped Me Survive College

A recent Tulane graduate reflects on what her older friends gave her

MAY 25, 2018 | By Hanan Rimawi

Have You Discussed Long-Term Care With Your Loved Ones?

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This video could inspire you to start the conversation

MAY 24, 2018 | By Shayla Thiel Stern

9 Ways to Pay for Long-Term Care Without Buying Insurance

This advice can save money if expensive care is needed

MAY 16, 2018 | By Kerri Fivecoat-Campbell

Answers to Questions About Aging in Place

How to find and pay for the services you or your parents may need

MAY 9, 2018 | By Emily Gurnon

Finding Housing When Mom Doesn’t Speak English

Doesn't speak English

The challenge may become greater when dementia is present

MAY 8, 2018 | By Debbie Swanson

Alexa? How Voice-First Technology Helps Older Adults

Voice-First Technology

Some of its features can greatly help with daily living

MAY 4, 2018 | By Randy Rieland

What Do You Want for Long-Term Care?

Readers told us about their hopes and how they get information

APRIL 19, 2018 | By Emily Gurnon

The Shortage of Home Care Workers: Worse Than You Think

Home Care Workers

Small initiatives are underway, but will they avert a crisis?

APRIL 18, 2018 | By Chris Farrell

What Not to Say to an Isolated Older Adult

Isolated Older Adult

Well-intentioned comments can reinforce feelings of loneliness

APRIL 16, 2018 | By Michelle Seitzer

Nursing Homes as Cultural Centers?

A collaboration is making it happen at rural Kentucky nursing homes

APRIL 10, 2018 | By Anne Basting

The Dementia That Is Often Misdiagnosed

Frontotemporal Dementia

Frontotemporal dementia, or FTD, can be particularly hard on loved ones

APRIL 9, 2018 | By Kevyn Burger

When to Hire a Geriatric Care Manager for Your Parent

Geriatric Care Manager

Getting answers to questions and having an advocate can be valuable

APRIL 6, 2018 | By Sarah Stasik, Caring.com

New Cottages Designed for Older Adults With Dementia

Dementia Cottages

Use of daylight, warm colors and a person-centered approach make a difference

APRIL 5, 2018 | By Bill Ward

I Didn’t Miss My Mother — Until She Was Gone

One woman's candid story about caregiving for an aging parent

APRIL 3, 2018 | By Lisa Kosan

When Is It Time to Hire Dementia Care Help?

Don't wait until you're in an emergency situation

APRIL 2, 2018 | By Madeline Vann, Caring.com

When Your Parent Doesn’t Know He Has Dementia

It's a common aspect of the disorder, but tough on caregivers

MARCH 28, 2018 | By Emily Gurnon

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