Practical Tips

It can be difficult to have a conversation with parents about not driving. We offer actionable tips.

When Should Seniors Stop Driving? 7 Warning Signs

Are you worried your aging parent might not be safe behind the wheel? Many older adults can still drive well,...

How to stop seniors from driving when it is no longer safe

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Common Aging Conditions / Practical Tips

Best of 2024: 8 Ways to Stop an Elderly Person From Driving When All Else Fails

What to do if your parent or spouse refuses to stop driving Unsafe senior driving is a serious issue....

During your holiday visit, make sure aging parents are well, make home safety updates, and start important conversations about the future

Holiday / Practical Tips

3 Things to Do While Visiting Aging Parents for the Holidays

Take advantage of your holiday visit to check on older adults During the holidays, many people will be visiting aging parents...

Get tips for online safety for seniors to protect them from scammers and thieves

6 Online Safety Tips for Seniors

Online shopping, entertainment, and social media have become integral to life for so many people, including seniors. But the internet...

How to Use a Cane for the Best Safety and Support

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

10 tips help dementia caregivers thrive - not just survive

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Practical Tips

How to Thrive as a Caregiver: 10 Things I Learned in Dementia Care

The caregiving journey is often filled with tough challenges and intense emotions. To help manage it all, Sue Anne Kirkham...

Dozens of helpful caregiving how-to videos and printable resource guides, all available for free on the AARP website.

Family Caregiving How-To Videos Free from AARP

How-to video tutorials for medical or nursing caregiving tasks While caring for an older adult at home, caregivers often have...

8 tips to help you bathe seniors with dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Practical Tips

8 Tips to Get Someone with Dementia to Shower

By Connie Chow, Founder at DailyCaring Avoid battles over bathtime Bathing is a constant struggle for many caregivers of seniors...

These life hacks are tips and tricks that make life easier for seniors

7 Tips and Tricks Make Everyday Tasks Easier for Seniors

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

How to create a backup medicine supply in case prescription refills aren’t available

Medications / Practical Tips

Build a Backup Medication Supply for Emergencies at No Extra Cost

Missing medication doses is dangerous for seniors Many seniors take multiple medications to manage chronic health conditions. Taking these medications...

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