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.

Family Caregiving

How Much Does a Professional In-Home Caregiver Cost?

What does an in-home caregiver actually cost? The services they provide and the factors that move the price.

Ron NovakMar 23, 2018

Caregiver Wellness

How to Identify, Prevent, and Reduce Caregiver Stress

Caregiver stress creeps up before you notice it. Learn the warning signs and concrete steps to protect your own well-being.

Ron NovakMar 21, 2018

Senior Health

Is Alcohol Safe for Seniors?

A nightly glass of wine carries new risks with age. Common questions about whether alcohol is safe for seniors, answered.

Ron NovakMar 19, 2018

Caregiver Tech

The Top 7 Food and Nutrition Apps

Eating well gets easier with the right tools. Seven food and nutrition apps that help with meals, safety, and tracking.

Ron NovakMar 16, 2018

Elder Care Planning

What is AARP Tax Aide?

AARP Tax-Aide offers free tax prep and help each season: what the program provides and who qualifies.

Ron NovakMar 14, 2018

Senior Health

Why is Colon Cancer Screening Important?

Colon cancer screening can be lifesaving. Why early detection matters and how it improves the odds.

Ron NovakMar 12, 2018

Senior Nutrition

How to Start Eating Right

Caregivers often eat last and worst. A simple starting point for building healthier meals into even the busiest days.

Ron NovakMar 9, 2018

Elder Care Planning

Are There Tax Benefits Available for Caregivers?

Caregiving costs add up, but the tax code can help. Exemptions, deductions, and credits that may recover elder-care expenses.

Ron NovakMar 7, 2018

Elder Care Planning

How to Protect Your Aging Loved Ones from Tax Scams

Scammers love to pose as the IRS. What the agency will never do, and the cons most likely to target aging parents.

Ron NovakMar 2, 2018

Senior Health

How to Make the Most of Your Doctors’ Appointments

Make every doctor visit count with a simple checklist for what to ask before, during, and after.

Ron NovakFeb 28, 2018

Senior Health

5 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Heart Disease

Genetics is only part of the heart disease story. Five changes you can make to lower your own risk.

Ron NovakFeb 26, 2018

Senior Health

What to Do During a Heart Attack

Minutes matter when a heart attack strikes. The warning signs to recognize and the easy steps to take right away.

Ron NovakFeb 21, 2018