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How to Formulate Your Caregiving Plan: Step-by-Step GuideCare Coordination

How to Formulate Your Caregiving Plan: Step-by-Step Guide

A clear plan makes caregiving feel less overwhelming. Six tips to build a personalized strategy wherever you are in the journey.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiFeb 7, 2018
How to Stay Positive as a CaregiverCaregiver Wellness

How to Stay Positive as a Caregiver

Caregiving can wear down your outlook. Six realistic ways to hold onto positivity while looking after someone you love.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiFeb 5, 2018
How to Save Time As a CaregiverFamily Caregiving

How to Save Time As a Caregiver

Caregiving swallows your hours: seven time-management ideas to help you reclaim part of your day.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiFeb 2, 2018
How to Care for Someone with COPDCOPD Care

How to Care for Someone with COPD

Caring for someone with COPD starts with understanding it. How the disease affects your loved one and where to begin.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJan 31, 2018
In the News: Bill Gates and the Dementia Discovery FundDementia Care

In the News: Bill Gates and the Dementia Discovery Fund

Bill Gates is betting big on beating dementia. Inside the global Dementia Discovery Fund and the research it is driving.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJan 26, 2018
How to Identify Substance Abuse in SeniorsSenior Health

How to Identify Substance Abuse in Seniors

Substance abuse among seniors often hides in plain sight. What caregivers should watch for and how to respond.

Trevor McDonaldTrevor McDonaldJan 22, 2018
The Impact of the New Tax Reform Bill on SeniorsElder Care Planning

The Impact of the New Tax Reform Bill on Seniors

Tax reform changed the rules for older households. The key takeaways seniors and their caregivers should know.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJan 17, 2018
The Benefits of Singing for SeniorsSenior Health

The Benefits of Singing for Seniors

Singing does more than lift the mood: how it sharpens the brain and connects seniors socially.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJan 15, 2018
How to Buy Bulk Medical SuppliesSenior Health

How to Buy Bulk Medical Supplies

Buying medical supplies in bulk saves time and money, and pays off in an emergency. How to do it right.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJan 12, 2018
What is a Reverse Mortgage?Elder Care Planning

What is a Reverse Mortgage?

Own your home and over 62? A reverse mortgage can unlock cash, but the fine print matters. Common questions answered.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJan 10, 2018
Preparing for the New Year FinanciallyElder Care Planning

Preparing for the New Year Financially

A new year is the right moment to reset your money. Eight steps to put your finances on stronger footing.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJan 5, 2018
2018 Resolutions for CaregiversCaregiver Wellness

2018 Resolutions for Caregivers

A new year, a fresh start. Resolutions for caregivers, from accepting help and building a team to making room for rest.

Lynda MenegottiLynda MenegottiJan 1, 2018