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How to Help Loved Ones Remember to Take Their Medication | Season 1, Episode 04Senior Health

How to Help Loved Ones Remember to Take Their Medication | Season 1, Episode 04

Skipped doses add up to real risk. Practical, low-tech ways to help a forgetful loved one stay on track with medication.

Brooke Lounsbury, RNBrooke Lounsbury, RNMay 31, 2026
How to Get Help with Tax Preparation | Season 1, Episode 08Elder Care Planning

How to Get Help with Tax Preparation | Season 1, Episode 08

Tax season is harder when you care for a senior. Learn which medical costs you can claim and where to find help.

Brooke Lounsbury, RNBrooke Lounsbury, RNMay 31, 2026
How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout | Season 1, Episode 13Caregiver Wellness

How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout | Season 1, Episode 13

Running on empty? A nurse explains the early signs of caregiver burnout and the habits that pull you back from the edge.

Brooke Lounsbury, RNBrooke Lounsbury, RNMay 31, 2026
How to Get Paid as a Family CaregiverElder Care Planning

How to Get Paid as a Family Caregiver

Most family caregivers spend thousands out of pocket. Here are the programs that can actually pay you for the care you give.

Brooke Lounsbury, RNBrooke Lounsbury, RNMay 31, 2026
How to Handle Care Coordination | Season 1, Episode 21Care Coordination

How to Handle Care Coordination | Season 1, Episode 21

Juggling doctors, pharmacies, and specialists gets messy fast. A nurse shares how to keep the whole care team in sync.

Brooke Lounsbury, RNBrooke Lounsbury, RNMay 31, 2026
What is Diabetic Neuropathy?Senior Health

What is Diabetic Neuropathy?

Diabetes can quietly damage the nerves long before symptoms appear. Spot diabetic neuropathy early and keep it from getting worse.

Brooke Lounsbury, RNBrooke Lounsbury, RNMay 31, 2026
When Should My Parents Move In With Me?Senior Living

When Should My Parents Move In With Me?

Wondering if it is time for a parent to move in? Weigh time, finances, space, and family relationships first.

Caring VillageCaring VillageMay 31, 2026
How to Design a Safe Bedroom for Those with Limited MobilitySenior Safety

How to Design a Safe Bedroom for Those with Limited Mobility

With smart modifications, a bedroom becomes a safe, private retreat for someone with limited mobility. How to design it.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
What is the Treatment for Cataracts?Senior Health

What is the Treatment for Cataracts?

Cataracts cloud vision gradually. Eye doctors can help early, but denser cases may eventually call for surgery.

Nicole SwistakNicole SwistakMay 31, 2026
What Financial Documents Do I Need to Keep for My Aging Parents?Elder Care Planning

What Financial Documents Do I Need to Keep for My Aging Parents?

Keeping the right financial records protects your aging parents' assets in any situation. Which documents to hold onto.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026
Is it Safe for My Aging Parents to Exercise?Senior Health

Is it Safe for My Aging Parents to Exercise?

Exercise can help aging parents stay strong, steady, and less prone to falls. How to do it safely.

Marisa GorbskyMarisa GorbskyMay 31, 2026
How to Communicate with an Aging Loved One About Their CareFamily Caregiving

How to Communicate with an Aging Loved One About Their Care

Talking to a parent about future care is delicate. Tips to open the conversation about how they want to be cared for.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 31, 2026