Written by: Chris Clark｜   Edited by  ｜ If you woke up today feeling like a human rubber band stretched between a toddler’s school project and a parent’s cardiology appointment, ...

 Written by: Amie Clark, BSW｜   Edited by  ｜ Imagine your loved one needs hospital-level care for a flare-up of heart failure or a severe infection. In the past, this meant a ...

 Written by: Chris Clark｜   Edited by  ｜ The numbers are finally in, and they are staggering. According to the newly released AARP Valuing the Invaluable 2026 report, unpaid ...

The recent death of Jeff Webb, “the founder of modern cheerleading” who reportedly suffered a fatal head injury after a fall while playing pickleball at age 76, is a heartbreaking reminder that a sport can be healthy, joyful, and community-building, and still carry serious risks for older ...

 Written by: Chris Clark｜   Edited by  ｜ It begins with a heart-sinking moment of disorientation. Perhaps your mother can’t recall a conversation you had just an hour ago, or ...

Every March, the National Association of Social Workers leads National Social Work Month, a nationwide effort to recognize the professionals who quietly help millions of families navigate life’s most complex challenges, including aging. For families caring for older loved ones, especially ...

 Written by: Chris Clark｜   Edited by  ｜ If you’ve read our initial review of the modern AI caregiver assistant apps, you know that tools like Abridge and Caring Village are ...

 Written by: Chris Clark｜   Edited by  ｜ If you’ve ever noticed your aging parent becoming more withdrawn after retirement or the loss of a spouse, you might have chalked it up ...

 Written by: Chris Clark｜ It starts small. A few too many Amazon boxes on the porch. A subscription to a magazine they never read. But for many family caregivers, the “check-in” on a parent’s finances eventually reveals a heart-stopping reality: ...

Each spring, ADA Diabetes Alert Day puts a spotlight on one of the most important health issues facing older adults. Using March 24 as that reminder, families have a timely opportunity to talk about diabetes risk, warning signs, and the daily support many seniors need after diagnosis. For older ...

Recent research into gum disease and dementia risk suggests that neglecting oral health may have profound implications not just for teeth, but for long-term brain health.  Written by: Chris Clark｜   Edited by  ...

In recent years, researchers and policymakers have been paying closer attention to nutrition among older adults. Experts warn that malnutrition and food insecurity remain significant concerns for seniors, especially those living alone or on fixed incomes. A recent analysis found that ...