Health & Wellness

Caregiving is demanding work, and your health is what makes good care possible. Five small habits — built for days that are already full — and a reminder that National Wellness Month is for you too.

The 2026 Alzheimer’s report put 7.4 million Americans in a headline. Here’s what that number actually means — who it counts, why it’s rising, and what the report says families can do — read calmly and without the alarm.

Depression in older adults often doesn’t look like sadness. It looks like stopping the book club, skipping meals, not answering the phone. Here’s what to actually watch for, what causes it, and what helps — including what to say when you finally sit down to talk.

“Call me if you need anything” asks three things of the one person least able to deliver them in the moment it matters. Here’s what a real check-in plan looks like — and why the difference between being available and actually checking is the whole thing.

Hip pain is one of the most common reasons older adults start moving less — and moving less often makes things worse. Here’s what’s behind it, what symptoms are worth taking seriously, and how to keep daily life manageable.

When someone with dementia wants to go home — even though they are home — explaining rarely helps. Here’s what actually works, and why distraction is less about technique and more about meeting someone where they are.

Most people don’t compare medical alert services on a spreadsheet — they make the decision quickly, often after something has already happened. Here’s what’s actually worth checking, and what Lifeline’s answers look like.

Heat affects older adults differently, and the warning signs are easier to miss than most people expect. Here’s what to actually watch for this summer — and what checking in should look like when you can’t be there every day.

Smartwatches offer seniors much more than telling time. From health monitoring and GPS tracking to emergency assistance and fall detection, discover how the right smartwatch can support independence, safety, and peace of mind every day.

A gradual decline in appetite is a normal part of aging — but when it becomes persistent or comes with weight loss, it’s worth paying attention to. Here’s what commonly causes appetite loss in older adults and what actually helps.