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What is Adaptive Clothing?Aging in Place

What is Adaptive Clothing?

Getting dressed should not be a daily battle. How adaptive clothing blends easy closures with dignity for loved ones who struggle.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
The Benefits of Massage Therapy for Aging AdultsSenior Health

The Benefits of Massage Therapy for Aging Adults

Regular massage does more than relax: for adults over 60, it can ease pain, lower stress, and quiet stubborn headaches.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
Best Electric Toothbrushes for Older AdultsSenior Health

Best Electric Toothbrushes for Older Adults

Gum disease is linked to bigger health problems. Three electric toothbrushes that make daily oral care easier for older hands.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
How to Select the Best Bed Rails for My Aging ParentSenior Safety

How to Select the Best Bed Rails for My Aging Parent

The wrong bed rail can do more harm than good. What to weigh before buying one to keep an aging parent safe.

Caring VillageCaring VillageMay 31, 2026
In the News: Community Aging in Place, Advancing Better Living for EldersAging in Place

In the News: Community Aging in Place, Advancing Better Living for Elders

A small home repair budget that saves thousands in medical bills: inside the CAPABLE program helping elders stay home safely.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
How to Prepare for Hip SurgerySenior Health

How to Prepare for Hip Surgery

Recovery starts before the operating room. How to prep a loved one's home and body for a smoother hip surgery rebound.

Dr. Nakul KarkareDr. Nakul KarkareMay 31, 2026
How to Prepare For Your Older Loved One’s Hospital VisitCare Coordination

How to Prepare For Your Older Loved One’s Hospital Visit

A hospital trip with an older parent does not have to be chaos. Walk in prepared with this room-by-room game plan.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
Caregivers Guide to IncontinenceSenior Health

Caregivers Guide to Incontinence

Helping a loved one manage incontinence feels daunting at first. The schedules and products that make it far more manageable.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
How Do I Access My Parent’s Personal Records?Elder Care Planning

How Do I Access My Parent’s Personal Records?

Loving a parent is not enough to see their records. Why you need legal authority, and how to set it up early.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
Memory Keeping to Preserve Your Family HistoryFamily Caregiving

Memory Keeping to Preserve Your Family History

Birthdays and stories slip away faster than we think. Simple ways to capture your family history before the memories fade.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
What is Compassion Fatigue Among Caregivers?Caregiver Wellness

What is Compassion Fatigue Among Caregivers?

Caregiving can leave you anxious, depressed, or numb. Understand compassion fatigue and the warning signs that you are running low.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
Does My Mom Have a Urinary Tract Infection? | Season 1, Episode 01Senior Health

Does My Mom Have a Urinary Tract Infection? | Season 1, Episode 01

A UTI can look like sudden confusion in an older adult. A nurse explains the signs to catch before it escalates.

Brooke Lounsbury, RNBrooke Lounsbury, RNMay 31, 2026