Practical Tips

caregiving routines

5 Ways Caregiving Routines Make Your Life Easier

Routines simplify and smooth life for caregivers When you spend a lot of time caring for an older adult, the...

emergency preparedness tips for older adults

Emergency Preparedness Tips for Older Adults: 4 Essential Steps

Seniors are especially vulnerable during natural disasters Emergency preparedness tips for older adults increase their safety during a natural disaster....

How to Use a Cane Correctly for the Best Safety and Support [Video]

Using a cane doesn’t always come naturally Knowing how to use a cane correctly isn’t as obvious as it seems....

how to use a walker

How To Use a Walker Safely and Comfortably

Using a walker takes practice Many older adults use a folding walker to help them move around more safely and...

stay cool in hot weather

10 Tips to Help Seniors Stay Cool in Hot Weather

Seniors are at risk for heat stroke during hot weather Older adults need to be more careful of overheating and...

caregiver notebook template

Make Caregiving Easier with a Caregiver Notebook Template

Information at your fingertips reduces caregiver stress A caregiver notebook is essential for keeping track of important information about your...

find humor in caregiving

Why It’s Good to Find Humor in Caregiving

Caregiving has its funny moments Funny moments can happen while you’re caring for an older adult. Of course, chronic illnesses...

caregiver plan

Caregiver Beginner's Guide / Practical Tips

This Guide Helps You Create a Caregiver Plan

A caregiver plan helps at any stage No matter where you are in the caregiving journey, it’s never too late...

caring for seniors

Managing Your Senior’s Care: Check Up with Check-Ins

There are many people involved in your older adult’s care: doctors, nurses, physical therapists, in-home caregivers, assisted living staff, family,...

medication management tips

Medications / Practical Tips

Medication Management Tips Help Seniors Take the Right Pills at the Right Time

Keeping medicines straight can be difficult for seniors Getting prescriptions from your older adult’s doctor is just the tip of...

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