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.

Senior Living

Six Tips for Downsizing

Moving from a big family home to a smaller place: practical tips that make downsizing far less overwhelming.

Ron NovakApr 14, 2017

Elder Care Planning

What is an Eldercare Mediator?

When a family hits an impasse over an aging parent, an eldercare mediator can guide them to a decision.

Ron NovakApr 10, 2017

Family Caregiving

Caregiving and Your Faith Community

Your church, temple, or mosque may be an overlooked lifeline. How faith communities can support caregivers, with or without belief.

Ron NovakApr 7, 2017

Senior Health

What to Consider When Buying Prescription Drugs Online

Online pharmacies range from legitimate to dangerous. How to be sure the prescription drugs you order are the real thing.

Ron NovakApr 5, 2017

Aging in Place

Fun Activities to Do with Your Aging Loved One

Time together matters more than ever. A roundup of indoor, outdoor, and community activities to enjoy with an aging loved one.

Ron NovakApr 3, 2017

Care Coordination

Transportation Options for Caregivers

Arranging rides for an aging loved one stresses many caregivers: the five most common transportation options compared.

Ron NovakMar 31, 2017

Elder Care Planning

What is an Elder Law Attorney?

An elder law attorney handles the legal side of aging. What they do for you and how to find one nearby.

Ron NovakMar 13, 2017

Caregiver Wellness

In the News: The Health Benefits of Caregiving

Caring for others may add years to your own life. The surprising research linking caregiving to better health and longevity.

Ron NovakMar 10, 2017

Dementia Care

What Are the Early Warning Signs of Dementia?

Dementia shows up in far more than forgetfulness. Seventeen early warning signs that go well beyond memory loss.

Ron NovakFeb 27, 2017

Elder Care Planning

What is Medicare Part D?

Prescription costs can overwhelm a fixed income. What Medicare Part D covers and how its drug benefit actually works.

Ron NovakFeb 20, 2017

Care Coordination

How to Use Caring Village and CaringBridge Together

Caring Village and CaringBridge serve different purposes, but used together they support a loved one even better.

Ron NovakFeb 17, 2017

Elder Care Planning

What is Medicare Part C?

Past Medicare Parts A and B? Part C, the Medicare Advantage Plan, bundles coverage differently. Here is how it works.

Ron NovakFeb 10, 2017