Home Care

State policymakers are once again trying to change the health care system to save money, produce better health outcomes, and increase the consumers’ satisfaction with their care. If the subject of long-term services and supports (LTSS) ever comes up, it is usually in the context of the larger health care system.

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...

By Marianne Delorey © Recently, a marketing genius at the Department of Transportation got a simple message across statewide by talking to commuters in the...

By Judith Boyko Caregiving advice is plentiful, but how do we know when our aging parents need assistance or when we need to become a...

By Cindy Tulimeri and Karen DeRosas Your bedroom serves many functions such as sleeping and dressing. During the day your bedroom may seem perfectly safe. But...

By Cindy Tulimieri and Karen DeRosas The kitchen can be a daunting place as one ages. Not only do you have to consider the physical...

By Doug Peck One of the hardest things to see is a senior being bullied and yet I see instances of it, to varying degrees,...

By Brenda Diaz In today’s modern world, being busy is a natural state for most people, but for seniors it can be an integral part...

By Cindy Tulimier and Karen DeRosas Do you want to stay at home for the rest of your life? Nobody looks forward to moving into...

By Doug Peck One of the hardest lessons I had to learn as a caregiver was that I could not provide all the hands-on care...