Family Tips

If your senior loved one lives alone, you might take on a lot of responsibility to care for him or her. Part of that involves keeping the home clean and sterile, especially in the current environment due to COVID-19. However, it’s not always easy to stay on top of a second home when you have

Traditionally adults welcome their aging loved ones into their homes to assist with caregiving needs. Over the last couple of decades, though, more seniors are living on their own. No matter which path your family chooses, ensuring that the home is safe for your loved one is a top priority. Here are 5 tips for

Many seniors have trouble simply using cars. Whether they’re the drivers or passengers, normal aging and health issues can hinder a person’s mobility, making it harder to get into and out of vehicles. In these cases, they may require assistance from caregivers. Fortunately, mobility-friendly car accessories are available to make the lives of seniors and

  Spending time outdoors can be great for seniors during the warmer months of the year. It encourages socialization and a healthy lifestyle for those who can safely venture out the front doors for a short period of time. In fact, going outside may boost their immune system and reduce anxiety, depression, and stress. It

As your loved one gets older it’s only natural that you worry about his or her safety. The thought of an accident happening with no one around to help is an understandable concern. Getting a medical alert system is a great idea to mitigate the risks of your loved one living at home alone. Before

According to AARP, it costs caregivers an average of $7,000 per year to cover expenses for aging loved ones. However, the federal government offers a few ways to reduce the impact of these costs through tax incentives. Additions to Child Tax Credit In the United States, the laws around the child tax credit have been

A 2015 report from the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP revealed 15% of seniors receive care from non-relatives. Ten percent get help from friends, 3% from neighbors and 2% from others outside their families. Why are these individuals stepping into caregiver roles instead of family? It’s not uncommon for family members to live too