Senior Sidekicks

03/21/2026

As we age, our need for protein increases.

Protein becomes even more important as we age. It supports strength, mobility, immune health, and recovery after illness. Learn how much protein you really need per day, how to calculate your goal, and simple ways to add more protein to your routine—without overhauling your diet.

03/20/2026

As the population ages, the dynamics of caregiving are changing, with more pressure falling on Millennials. And it is no surprise that it is often falling to the granddaughters.

How can families best utilize granddaughters as part of a caregiving team? Here are some ideas to use millennials as caregivers.

03/18/2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day from Senior Sidekicks!

03/14/2026

If it is financially feasible for the family, hiring a 24-hour or live-in caregiver has advantages, such as specialized training.

Making care decisions for elderly parents or loved ones can be difficult, especially since so many factors influence care — from personal preference to location to health requirements. Professional…

03/13/2026

There is a price for everything, with the unpaid caregivers carrying the heaviest load in their health and well-being.

Rising costs of home care and nursing homes are pricing out middle-income families, forcing them to take on caregiving responsibilities or tap their savings

03/11/2026

Most people want to believe that their family members will be supportive during challenging times, but unfortunately, that is not always the case.

Steps to take to stop the intentional deception

03/09/2026

Sometimes it reaches a point when there is no choice.

Look at the big picture to help understand and ease conflicted emotions

03/08/2026

There are cliches for a reason.

“I never thought I would be doing this. I didn’t know it would be THIS hard.” I’ve heard these phrases many times through the years. Mostly when “old people” tal…

02/26/2026

Items that a caregiver can use for their "caregiver toolkit."

If you’re struggling with the stress and emotional toll of caregiving, you’re not alone. Over 40 million people in the U.S. provide care of some sort or another to a family member in need, often an…

02/26/2026

What to know about this extra tax deduction for those over 65.

Who qualifies? How much is it? We answer key questions.

02/25/2026

A good article to print out, and keep on hand, whether you are a caregiver or not.

We go to hospitals are when we’re sick and in need of medical care. We expect that we’ll get better and then return to our lives. However, hospitals can also be very risky environments, exposing pa…

02/21/2026

What seniors need to know about SNAP and the new requirements.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or , helps low-income buy the food they need to stay healthy. Learn how it works, who qualifies, and how to apply.