Caregiving

If you’re a family caregiver, chances are you’re not only providing physical, hands-on help but likely also helping with paying bills and money management. Whether you’re doing it in collaboration with your loved one or more officially through a power of attorney or even guardianship appointment, you need to know…

We’re all getting older but some of us had a head start. There’s a new phenomenon out there- maybe you’re even a part of it. Those of us in the “baby boom generation” now regularly experience caregiving for our older parents in their 80s, 90s or even beyond. We’re all…

As November comes to a close, it’s important that we remember that it’s National Family Caregiving Month, a moment when it’s critical to recognize the enormous time, effort and sacrifice that millions devote every day to taking care of loved ones.   It’s also important to recognize that no matter…

Being a caregiver is no laughing matter. But don’t tell that to Jesus Trejo, an up-and-coming comedian and the star of the new documentary, “Care To Laugh.” Developed by AARP studios, a new media entity from AARP that is developing shows for various platforms, the movie follows the day-to-day life…

Few of us escape the losses that come with aging. If we’re lucky, and we live a good long life, it’s inevitable that friends and loved ones will pass away before we do, leaving us with the turmoil and trauma that are part of the grieving process. What’s not inevitable…

While few people look forward to living in a nursing home, these facilities have nonetheless played an essential role in the spectrum of long-term care options for seniors in our country. For many older people, the severity of their physical health or the lack of family support means they need…