When to Talk with Family About Aging in Place
There is no perfect time to discuss long-term care options. Most seniors would prefer to age in place at home, as independently [...]
Misconceptions about Long Term Care Insurance
Unless you can afford to pay out of pocket, finding ways to cover long term care expenses makes good financial sense. With [...]
How to Tackle Downsizing Possessions in Retirement
Moving is difficult at any age, but it tends to be more emotionally stressful as we get older. Downsizing late in life [...]
What You Need to Know About Sundown Syndrome
Do you notice that your aging father aimlessly wanders the house after dinner time? Or maybe mom’s normally reserved demeanor gets more combative after she watches her afternoon episode of Jeopardy?
Tips for Moving an Aging Loved One into Your Home
Whether mom is having trouble living on her own, wants to be closer to the grandkids, or it just makes financial sense, [...]
Why You Need to Prepare an Advance Directive
Death is inevitable and as we age it becomes more apparent that we are not immune to this natural part of life. [...]
3 Great Community Resources for Aging in Place
With a growing population of adults 65 and over, more and more families are interested in learning how to spend their golden [...]
Overcoming the Holiday Blues
With celebrations and cheer all around, it’s hard to imagine how the holidays could be anything but joyous and festive. Yet for [...]
5 Ideas for Celebrating Grandparents’ Day
The downtimes in life tend to be few and far between. What little available time we have is quickly filled with errands [...]
5 Summer Activities to Enjoy with Your Aging Loved One
Implementing a routine of being active is beneficial for the physical and mental health of almost everyone, including older adults. Though many [...]