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.

Is Hearing Loss a Normal Part of Aging?Senior Health

Is Hearing Loss a Normal Part of Aging?

Some hearing loss comes with age, but not all of it should be ignored. Common questions answered, plus when to get checked.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJun 18, 2018
Vacation Discounts for the Senior TravelerSenior Living

Vacation Discounts for the Senior Traveler

Planning a summer trip? Travel discounts for seniors that can quietly trim the cost before you book.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJun 15, 2018
8 Tenant Rights and Protections for Older AdultsElder Care Planning

8 Tenant Rights and Protections for Older Adults

A fifth of adults over 65 rent their homes. Know the tenant rights and protections that safeguard them.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJun 13, 2018
5 Tips for Communicating with Someone with Alzheimer’sAlzheimer's Care

5 Tips for Communicating with Someone with Alzheimer’s

The right words can change everything with Alzheimer's. Five communication tips that keep conversations calm and connected.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJun 11, 2018
What Legal Authority Do I Need to Access My Parent’s Financial, Legal, or Health Records?Elder Care Planning

What Legal Authority Do I Need to Access My Parent’s Financial, Legal, or Health Records?

Accessing a parent's financial, legal, or health records takes the right authority. What to set up, from power of attorney to trusts.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJun 8, 2018
What is Complicated Grief for a Caregiver?Caregiver Wellness

What is Complicated Grief for a Caregiver?

Grief can begin long before a loss and refuse to lift. What complicated grief looks like for caregivers and why it happens.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJun 6, 2018
Does My Loved One Need a Home Alert System?Senior Safety

Does My Loved One Need a Home Alert System?

A home alert system can mean help arrives fast after a fall: how to tell whether your loved one needs one.

Caring VillageCaring VillageJun 4, 2018
Grandbox: A Unique Gift Idea for Those 65 and OverFamily Caregiving

Grandbox: A Unique Gift Idea for Those 65 and Over

Skip the predictable tie or drill: Grandbox delivers a surprising, curated gift for the dad or grandpa over 65.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJun 1, 2018
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.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 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.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 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.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 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.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiMay 23, 2018