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What is Medicare?
Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people who are 65 years of age or older. Here are our answers to some Medicare FAQ’s.
Should You Get the Pneumonia Vaccine?
Should you get vaccinated for Pneumonia? For those ages 65 and up, the Centers for Disease Control recommends getting vaccinated twice.
In the News: Dementia Rates Decrease in the U.S.
A recent Jama Study revealed that the rate of dementia in the US has decreased from 2000 to 2012. Read more the findings of this study here.
What is Respite Care?
Respite Care can relieve family caregivers of their duties temporarily, while ensuring their loved ones are receiving safe and professional care.
How to Make Eating and Drinking Easier for Aging Adults
There are many modified utensils and other aids available to help make eating and drinking easier for aging adults. Find out more here.
Caring Village’s 25 Days of Caregiver Gifts
We've compiled a list of 25 fantastic gift ideas that caregivers need and will love. Buy them for yourself or for the Caregiver in your life!
3 Reasons Why Technology Isn’t Being Used in Home Care
Even though impressive Caregiving technology exists in Home Care, the cost is often very high and caregivers are unaware of or unwilling to seek them out.
5 Unique Family-Friendly Holiday Games
Having the family over for the holidays this year? If so, you should consider planning some fun, family-friendly games that everyone can participate in.
How to Care for Someone with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
As a caregiver of someone with a traumatic brain injury, it’s important to know what a TBI is, the symptoms, and how to care for someone with a TBI.
Out-Of-Pocket-Costs for Family Caregivers
A recent AARP research study dug deeper into the extent of out-of-pocket costs and provide extensive detail on what you can expect as a caregiver in out-of-pocket expenses