As caregivers, we often search for ways to help our loved ones preserve their independence and sense of self – especially when signs of cognitive decline begin to show. A groundbreaking new study gives us practical hope. The U.S. POINTER trial, one of the largest and most…

When families begin the emotional and often overwhelming journey of selecting a senior living community for a loved one, they’re typically guided by a familiar list of priorities: cost, location, quality of care, safety, staff-to-resident ratios, and life enrichment offerings. While these are…

Music is more than just entertainment – it’s memory, emotion, connection, and legacy. For those of us caring for aging loved ones, it can also be a powerful way to honor their journey, spark meaningful conversations, and create moments of deep connection. That’s why I’m…

When you’re choosing or evaluating a senior living community for your loved one, it’s easy to focus on safety, meals, and medical care – and all of those matter deeply. But there’s another element that often gets overlooked and is just as essential to their quality of life: entertainment…

While virtual programs peaked during Covid, a new Northwestern University study shows that virtual group singing can significantly improve emotional well-being and cognition while reducing loneliness among older adults – anytime, anywhere! The study found that older adults…

The relationship between a child and a person living with dementia can be very enriching for both. In our Caregiver Summit, I interviewed Kathryn Harrison…

Family disputes over elderly parents are more common when multiple children are involved. Siblings may be wondering how to protect the money of elderly parents from a financially dependent brother or sister. Relationship tensions may escalate…

We live in uncertain times. Health and natural disasters seem to spring up more frequently and in unexpected places. Health care costs continue to rise. But one thing is certain, you can be prepared for any scenario by just being pro-active. Senior communities may face…

As we age, social connections can become harder to maintain. Retirement, the loss of loved ones, mobility challenges, or even global events like pandemics can leave older adults feeling isolated and alone. But what if the key to combating loneliness was something…

Most care partners are thrust into their duties through a crisis situation: a sudden diagnosis; a slip or fall. I was one of those, thrust into a situation after my sister passed…