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Travel for Thanksgiving and other winter holidays can be stressful enough without worrying about getting through security, stashing your stuff in that too-small overhead bin, and being crammed into a middle seat like stuffing in a turkey or goose. This goes double for family caregivers who have the added stress of hoping Mom or Dad Read more >>

The Dangers of Dealing with Loneliness as a Caregiver When you’re a caregiver, feeling alone isn’t unusual. It’s easy to think you’re the only one facing the challenges of caring for an aging loved one, especially when siblings or other family members don’t help or can’t relate, or when you’re caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Read more >>

A medical alert system, also called a personal emergency response system or “PERS”, provides you and your family members with peace of mind.

Many of the most common mistakes that caregivers make while caring for their aging parents can be avoided simply by being aware of them. By taking note of these oft-made mistakes, you can reduce the emotional toll of caregiving on you and your family. Avoid Common Caregiver Pitfalls 1. Not Asking for Help You can’t Read more >>

While many seniors host and cook for their families during the holidays, others travel to see their families in other cities or states. If you fall into this category, you will want to know the best senior-friendly tips for traveling comfortably to see your loved ones this Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, or New Year. Consider the Read more >>

If you’re new to caring for an aging parent, it’s normal to lack confidence and feel a little anxious. “This is the toughest stage of life by far,” notes Paige Arnof-Fenn, a Boston-area marketing executive and family caregiver. But you can make it easier by being honest about emotions (yours and your parents) and taking Read more >>

Long-Distance Caregiving: What You Need to Know. You can read more useful articles and advice on our blog.

Removing Loneliness from the Aging Process to Empower Seniors. You can read more useful articles and advice on our blog.

Wearables are all the rage, but these handy devices aren’t just fashionable. When an accident or medical emergency occurs, medical ID and alert wearables play a critical role in men’s health —  getting you the help you need as soon as possible. IDs and alert devices are available in a wide range of styles and Read more >>

Parents of young children love to joke about the revenge they’ll take when their kids are older. I can’t tell you how often I dream about the day, some 30 years from now, when I’ll gleefully, repeatedly wake my grown son up in the middle of the night for some nonsensical reason, just to show Read more >>