Practical Tips

caring for aging parents

7 Things You Should Never Say to Your Aging Parents

When helping aging parents, we may accidentally say things that make them upset or disrespected. To make conversations more positive...

safe transfer techniques

How to Help Seniors Get Up Without Injuring Yourself: Safe Transfer Techniques [Video]

Protect your back while helping your older adult get up Many caregivers have aching or injured backs and shoulders because...

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Protecting Elderly Parents

Caring for aging parents can feel overwhelming. To make it easier to prioritize how to help and protect your older...

senior needs help

Boomers Helping Aging Parents Live Independently

Most seniors want to live independently in their homes for as long as possible. If you notice that your older...

senior independence

4 Ways to Provide Support While Encouraging Senior Independence

How much help is too much? Finding a balance is essential When an older adult starts needing help with everyday...

family caregiving issues

5 Biggest Issues That Sabotage Family Caregivers

Caregiving is a tough role and there are pitfalls that we often don’t learn about until we start struggling. To...

long distance caregiving tips

Long Distance Caregiving Tips: 7 Essential Things to Know

Caregiving from a distance is challenging When you live far away from an older adult you’re caring for, you might...

downsizing elderly parents

Helping a Parent Downsize Before a Move to an Assisted Living Facility

Many older adults will eventually need to move out of their homes and into an assisted living community. This can...

time management tips for caregivers

10 Best Time Management Tips for Caregivers from a True Expert

Managing time is an essential caregiving skill Time is precious when you’re caring for an older adult. There’s so much...

useful tips and tricks for seniors

7 Useful Tips and Tricks for Seniors That Make Everyday Tasks Easier

DIY tricks make life easier for seniors and caregivers Chronic health conditions or aging can make everyday tasks challenging for...

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