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Selling Your Childhood Home: Does a House Make a Family?

Considering how much a house matters when it comes to family bonds

JUNE 13, 2018 | By Jeannie Ralston

What to Consider When Aging in Place Looks Uncertain

Five actions you can take to help determine what’s next

JUNE 13, 2018 | By Patricia Corrigan

In These Foster Homes, Veterans Are Cared for Like Family

The program provides vets in need of nursing home care a far less costly alternative

JUNE 8, 2018 | By Patricia Kime

Tech Venture Ties Rural Elders to Their Communities

CommunO2 is piloting its new computer platform in rural Michigan

MAY 31, 2018 | By Chris Farrell

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

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What Workforce? A Rural Health Care Crisis

Rural Health Care

Worker shortages hurt access to care for older residents with complex needs

MAY 11, 2018 | By Terry Fulmer

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

An Introvert’s Guide to Senior Living Communities

Senior Living Communities

Ask questions to help ease the transition for those who prefer being alone

MAY 7, 2018 | By Deb Hipp

4 Ways to Keep Your Cultural Traditions in Retirement

Cultural Traditions

Explore the options to find the best fit for your lifestyle

APRIL 19, 2018 | By Kimberley Fowler

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

Nursing Homes as Cultural Centers?

A collaboration is making it happen at rural Kentucky nursing homes

APRIL 10, 2018 | By Anne Basting

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

Middle-Aged With Roommates

This living arrangement offers financial benefits with friendship

APRIL 5, 2018 | By Christine Schoenwald

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

Why You Should Consider Moving Away From Your Grown Kids

Here's why that could be the best thing for you

MARCH 15, 2018 | By Phyllis L. Cohen

Rural America: A Good Place to Grow Old?

Try your hand at peering into the future to find challenges and solutions

MARCH 7, 2018 | By Emily Gurnon

Can Tiny Houses Help People Age in Place?

A university partners with a noted geriatrician to explore the idea

MARCH 1, 2018 | By Samantha Horton

Your Top 10 Objects Your Kids Don’t Want

Kids Don't Want

The author of 'No Thanks Mom' tells you what to do with them

MARCH 1, 2018 | By Elizabeth Stewart

Hiring a Private Eye for Your Parent’s Nursing Home

Private Investigator

A PI might uncover troubling things about your loved one's care

FEBRUARY 21, 2018 | By Deborah Quilter

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Is Your Joint Pain Caused by Lyme Disease?

Common signs of aging can often be tracked to the illness

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Strengthening Rural Health Care for Older Adults

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