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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.

Ron NovakRon NovakJan 27, 2023
How to Care for Your Children and Aging ParentsFamily Caregiving

How to Care for Your Children and Aging Parents

Raising kids while caring for aging parents stretches you thin. Practical tips and resources for the squeezed sandwich generation.

Ron NovakRon NovakJan 26, 2023
My Wife Just Received An Alzheimer’s Diagnosis. What Now? | Season 1, Episode 03Alzheimer's Care

My Wife Just Received An Alzheimer’s Diagnosis. What Now? | Season 1, Episode 03

An Alzheimer's diagnosis leaves families reeling. A grounded look at the first steps to take and where to find real support.

Ron NovakRon NovakJan 20, 2023
My In-Laws Keep Leaving Their Stove On. What Should I Do? | Season 1, Episode 02Senior Safety

My In-Laws Keep Leaving Their Stove On. What Should I Do? | Season 1, Episode 02

A loved one who keeps leaving the stove on can still live independently, with the right safety steps in place.

Ron NovakRon NovakJan 13, 2023
How to Help Your Loved One Recover From a StrokeStroke Care

How to Help Your Loved One Recover From a Stroke

Stroke recovery reshapes daily life. Learn the changes to expect and how to support your loved one through them.

Ron NovakRon NovakJan 11, 2023
Does My Mom Have a Urinary Tract Infection? | Season 1, Episode 01Senior Health

Does My Mom Have a Urinary Tract Infection? | Season 1, Episode 01

A UTI can look like sudden confusion in an older adult. A nurse explains the signs to catch before it escalates.

Ron NovakRon NovakJan 6, 2023
What’s The Link: Prostate Cancer & IncontinenceCancer Caregiving

What’s The Link: Prostate Cancer & Incontinence

Prostate cancer and incontinence are closely connected for many men. Understand the link and what it means for treatment and daily life.

Ron NovakRon NovakOct 11, 2022
How to Recognize the First Signs of Dementia in a Family MemberDementia Care

How to Recognize the First Signs of Dementia in a Family Member

Memory slips happen to everyone, but some changes mean more. Learn the earliest signs of dementia worth paying attention to.

Ron NovakRon NovakFeb 15, 2022
How to Choose the Best Caption PhoneSenior Safety

How to Choose the Best Caption Phone

Hearing loss should not end phone calls with the people you love: how to pick the right caption phone.

Ron NovakRon NovakJan 5, 2022
The Best Ways to Increase TechKnowledge for Older AdultsCaregiver Tech

The Best Ways to Increase TechKnowledge for Older Adults

Tech keeps older adults connected, safe, and independent. Practical ways to build their comfort and confidence with new devices.

Ron NovakRon NovakDec 6, 2021
What is Compassion Fatigue Among Caregivers?Caregiver Wellness

What is Compassion Fatigue Among Caregivers?

Caregiving can leave you anxious, depressed, or numb. Understand compassion fatigue and the warning signs that you are running low.

Ron NovakRon NovakNov 5, 2021
How to Avoid Identity TheftSenior Safety

How to Avoid Identity Theft

More than one in four adults over 55 has faced identity theft. Practical steps to protect yourself and respond fast.

Ron NovakRon NovakJun 8, 2021