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01/18/2022

Your mother has always been a proud and independent woman, but ever since Dad died, something’s changed. Mom’s appearance is disheveled, the house is a mess, and there’s never enough healthy food in the fridge. It’s reached the point that you’re worried about her health and wellbeing. You....

12/08/2021

Recruiting adequate numbers of home care workers is becoming increasingly difficult.

12/01/2021

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Urinary tract infections (UTIs) in seniors can cause serious health complications. Learn how to spot the behavioral and physical symptoms of UTI in elderly individuals and how to reduce the risk of recurrent UTIs.

11/10/2021

Nice article on how to recognize and prevent caregiver burnout.

Use this guide to recognize and prevent Alzheimer’s caregiver burnout, learn about alternative dementia care options, and minimize caregiver stress levels.

11/04/2021

For seniors with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia, the time change each fall may exacerbate symptoms of sundowning. Less daylight and modifications to one’s daily routine often bring added emotional, behavioral and cognitive difficulties.

10/27/2021

loss and ' fog' may be side effects of -19, new study shows

Long-term COVID-19 symptoms could be memory loss and other cognitive dysfunctions commonly labeled as "brain fog."

10/21/2021

Do you feel that "caregiver" accurately describes what you do? Learn more in this new article!

The language around caregiving is changing. Here are some examples of the words people use to describe the care they provide.

10/19/2021

As we enter flu season, experts recommend getting both the COVID-19 vaccine and the influenza shot. For people over 65, the high-dose influenza shot is recommended for even more protection from the flu. For more information, listen to the full conversation from our recent Q&A event:

The September 23 AARP Coronavirus Tele-town Hall addresses the dealta variant, vaccine boosters and self-care.

10/13/2021

About 70 million Americans will get a 5.9% increase in monthly benefits and payments in 2022.

Approximately 70 million Americans will see a 5.9% increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2022. Federal benefit rates increase when the cost-of…

10/07/2021

In Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, clinging and following behavior is often referred to as “shadowing.” Learn how to prevent this exhausting symptom from interfering with your caregiving tasks and precious respite time.