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An older couple smiling. Next Avenue, long-term care

We Have a Short Time to Fix Long-Term Care

Policymakers urgently need to address the absence of insurance coverage for the long-term-care needs of our rapidly aging society
August 9, 2022
A wife and caregiver helping her husband. Next Avenue, caring for an elderly spouse, caregiving, caregiver

Caregiver, Care Partner, Companion? Why Language Matters

To be the best caregiver possible, be as true to yourself as you are true to the person in your care 
August 2, 2022
Two women gardening together. Next Avenue, tips caregiver self care

The Changing Role of the Caregiver

Combating loneliness and isolation are vital parts of the job; as a bonus, friendships form
July 19, 2022
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A man holding a tiny service dog. Next Avenue, service dogs for dementia

Service Dogs Offer Help and Friendship to People with Alzheimer's

From medication reminders to easing anxiety, dementia service dogs aren't commonplace, but they have a positive impact on their owners
July 8, 2022
Two older adults using an app on an ipad. Next Avenue, smartphone apps for caregivers

Using Technology to Chart a Course for Care

Smartphone apps and focused technology for caregivers can help with care management and communication
July 7, 2022
A woman smiling at home. Next Avenue, vetassist

You Can Have a Robot for a Roommate

How technology may help people age at home and address worrisome forecasts of a shortage of caregivers
June 29, 2022
A smiling couple outside their home. Next Avenue, journey with Alzheimer's, dementia

Our Journey with Alzheimer's Continues

As my wife's caregiver, I've learned that patience, acceptance and humor help us both cope with her disease
June 28, 2022
Interior of a living room. Next Avenue, Senior living Trends The Villages Margaritaville

New Trends in Retirement Living

Older 55+ communities are wooing residents back with wellness, nature and cultural connections
June 27, 2022
An adult touching his forehead to a horse's forehead. Next Avenue, care for down syndrome adults, alzheimer's

Growing Number of Adults with Down Syndrome Also Develop Alzheimer's

Caring for an older adult with Down syndrome can be complicated by a diagnosis of dementia — and treatments and long-term care supports still lag
June 14, 2022
A daughter sitting next to her dad who is in a hospital bed. Next Avenue, activities for older adults in isolation

Caregiving for a Parent: More Partnership Than Role Reversal

Caring for an aging parent requires adaptability, patience and self-care
June 8, 2022
A mother walking on a snowy path with her son. Next Avenue, ward of the state, adults, IDD, developmental disabilities

Why Some Adults with Developmental Disabilities Become Wards of the State

Parents of adult children with an intellectual or developmental disability (I/DD) sometimes assume family will step in when they die. That's not always the case.
June 6, 2022
A nurse visiting a senior at home. Next Avenue, Naturally Occurring Retirement Community, NORC

A NORC Can Make it Easier to Age in Place

Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities offer a wide range of workshops and activities that can help older adults stay in their homes
May 31, 2022
Johnny Cash and June Carter smiling next to each other. Next Avenue, broken heart syndrome, widow, widower

Broken Heart Syndrome: Illness After Loss

Research shows a widow's or widower's grief can have big effects on physical health
May 26, 2022
A woman using sign language and sitting with her mother who is deaf and has dementia. Next Avenue, Child/children of deaf adults caregiving CODA

Finding the Best Care for Her Deaf Mother with Dementia

A CODA (Child of Deaf Adults) talks about the struggles of locating a place where her mother would be comfortable
May 19, 2022
A little Chihuahua dog with perky ears. Next Avenue, what happens to pets when owners die

What Happens If Your Pet Outlives You?

Have a plan in place to ensure they wind up in a loving home
May 11, 2022
A wife providing palliative care to her husband. Next Avenue, palliative care quality of life

Home-Based Palliative Care Can Improve Quality of Life

Relieving a patient's symptoms and providing support to caregivers is the goal. It's a beneficial program, but cost is a factor.
May 9, 2022
A group of people cooking together in a large kitchen. Next Avenue, housing, intellectual and developmental disabilities, IDD

Creating a Forever Home for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Parents want the best for their children, so some parents are taking matters into their own hands
May 5, 2022
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