Practical Tips

visiting aging parents

3 Things to Do While Visiting Aging Parents for the Holidays

Take advantage of your holiday visit During the holidays, many of us will be visiting aging parents. It’s a perfect...

get family to visit seniors

Get Family to Visit Seniors with a Free Reminder Service

Do you feel like the only one who cares? Do you wish your older adult’s family and friends would call...

social media for extra support

Seniors and Caregivers Use Social Media for Extra Support

Social networking provides extra support The New York Times recently wrote about a new trend among seniors and the families...

when should seniors stop driving

When Should Seniors Stop Driving?

Driving is a sensitive subject for seniors In a recent article, USA Today tackles the difficult subject of asking your...

get rid of unwanted stuff

Downsizing for Seniors: Get Rid of Unwanted Stuff

It’s time to get junk out of the house After sorting through keepsakes and giving treasured mementos to loved ones,...

long distance caregiving

Long Distance Caregiving: Does Your Parent Need Help?

What is long distance caregiving? Living an hour or more away from someone you care for makes you a long...

adult diapers

Save Time, Get Caregiving Supplies Automatically

Errands take up too much time For busy family caregivers, errands are a huge time suck. Have you noticed how...

quality of life for seniors

5 Ways to Improve Quality of Life for Seniors

Quality of life is important for health It’s not enough to just be alive. Good quality of life is especially...

caring for parents

AUDIO: 3 Experts Give Tips on Caring for Parents

Radio show about caring for parents This hour-long KQED radio show has 3 expert guests who talk about the challenges...

death with dignity

3 Must-Read News Articles for Family Caregivers

Death with Dignity By now, you’ve most likely heard about Brittany Maynard, the 29-year-old woman who chose to die a...

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