Caring Village Resources

Caregiving guides, tips & honest product reviews

Practical, expert-reviewed advice for family caregivers, from dementia care and aging in place to the best apps and safety products for the people you love.

Should You Buy a Defibrillator for Your Home?Senior Safety

Should You Buy a Defibrillator for Your Home?

A home defibrillator can restart a stopped heart in minutes. Who actually needs one, and how to buy it over the counter.

Ron NovakRon NovakMay 30, 2018
Best Tips on How to Communicate with At-Home Health ProfessionalsCare Coordination

Best Tips on How to Communicate with At-Home Health Professionals

Miscommunication with at-home health staff can derail care. Practical ways to keep conversations clear and your loved one well served.

Ron NovakRon NovakMay 28, 2018
The Top Five Benefits of the Caring Village AppCare Coordination

The Top Five Benefits of the Caring Village App

The Caring Village app helps you organize care, find help, and worry less. A look at five ways it lightens the load.

Ron NovakRon NovakMay 25, 2018
Getting Your CPR and First-Aid TrainingSenior Safety

Getting Your CPR and First-Aid Training

CPR and first-aid skills can save a life in seconds: what the classes cover and where to take them.

Ron NovakRon NovakMay 23, 2018
5 Tips on Traveling with an Aging AdultSenior Living

5 Tips on Traveling with an Aging Adult

Traveling with an aging adult rewards preparation. Five tips to keep the trip smooth and enjoyable for everyone.

Ron NovakRon NovakMay 21, 2018
How to be a Financial CaregiverElder Care Planning

How to be a Financial Caregiver

Paying a parent's bills or filing their taxes makes you a financial caregiver. Tips to manage their money with less stress.

Ron NovakRon NovakMay 18, 2018
How to Get the Most Out of Your Doctor’s AppointmentsCare Coordination

How to Get the Most Out of Your Doctor’s Appointments

The average doctor's visit lasts just eight minutes. Five easy ways to make every one of them count.

Ron NovakRon NovakMay 14, 2018
The Best Financial Assistance Options for Home Modifications for Aging in PlaceAging in Place

The Best Financial Assistance Options for Home Modifications for Aging in Place

Home modifications for aging in place get pricey fast. The grants, loans, and programs that can help cover the cost.

Ron NovakRon NovakMay 9, 2018
Best Sunscreen Brands for Older AdultsSenior Health

Best Sunscreen Brands for Older Adults

One in five Americans develops skin cancer by 70: the sunscreen brands that best protect older skin.

Ron NovakRon NovakMay 7, 2018
How to Communicate Your Feelings to Your FamilyFamily Caregiving

How to Communicate Your Feelings to Your Family

Caregiver stress builds quietly. Practical ways to open up to your family and protect yourself from burnout.

Ron NovakRon NovakMay 4, 2018
Top 10 Benefits of Yoga for Older AdultsSenior Health

Top 10 Benefits of Yoga for Older Adults

You are never too old to start. Ten ways yoga eases stiffness, steadies balance, and lifts the spirits of older adults.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 30, 2018
Benefits of Using the PocketFinder GPS Tracker for Aging AdultsSenior Safety

Benefits of Using the PocketFinder GPS Tracker for Aging Adults

Instant zones, emergency locate, a mobile app, and more. A closer look at how PocketFinder's GPS tracker helps aging adults.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 27, 2018