Things to consider when choosing a facility
By Kate Oosterman
Choosing a care facility for a loved one is not easy, and with all of the many options available, it may seem...
Elder health Q&A: Dementia
By Dr. Jenny Chiang
Q: What is dementia?
Dementia is a general term used to describe a brain disease that affects a person’s ability to think...
Celebrating caregivers this month
Mike Festa, AARP Massachusetts State Director
All across Massachusetts family caregivers give so much of themselves to care for their loved ones each and every...
Who will take care of our frail elders?
By Judith Boyko
Every day, 10,000 baby boomers turn 65. That’s one day closer to retirement and one day further along in the aging process....
Should children be forced to visit mom and dad?
By Marianne Delorey
China has enacted a law to help contend with the demands of caring for an aging population. Children are now required by...
Bathtub designs remain the same, but there are differences
By Jim Doherty
1. What is the most dangerous room in the house?
The bathroom — especially for the elderly, who are restricted with limited reach...
Difficult choices can lead to the best care
By Brenda Diaz
Making the decision to place a loved one in a community may be one of the hardest choices to face. However, it...
How to treat Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal affective disorder, also known as SAD, is a winter depression that occurs approximately the same time every year.
How to choose adult day care for loved one
By Micha Shalev
No matter how efficiently and effortlessly you have adapted your life to the role of caregiver, eventually you are going to need...
Emergency preparation planning tips
By Kathy Savage
Being ready for emergencies requires basic planning and awareness of events that could lead to a loss of electricity, damage to your...
