You spend years looking forward to the day when you can retire. You dream about how you will spend that extra free time and what life will be like with...
Most of us caregivers don’t even realize we’ve become isolated until we’ve been disconnected for a while. Caregiver isolation comes on gradually, starting with a single decision to skip a...
Every year, more and more people are having to balance careers with caregiving. Here are some tactics and advice on how to manage these conflicting priorities so you can succeed...
Bringing Conversations and Care Through the Cupid Crew Caregiving is much more than making sure loved ones are getting meals, taking medications, and receiving daily care. Caregiving also means connecting...
Every April 22 since 1970, Americans have observed Earth Day. The largest secular observance in the world, the day serves to engage the public in environmental activities and advocacy. We...
Data from the CDC show that as little as 2.5 hours of active gardening each week can produce big health wins, including maintaining a healthy weight and avoiding conditions like...
Caring for Seniors: Recognizing Signs of Elder Abuse It’s something we don’t want to think about: elder abuse and neglect. If we have aging parents, we can’t ignore it. About...
The U.S. Department of Justice Launches Elder Justice Seniors are often at the mercy of those who are supposed to care for them, which means they can be taken advantage...
Even the most conservative estimates place losses from elder financial exploitation at $36 billion each year. And that’s just what’s reported to financial companies and the police. “Elder financial abuse...