According to recent surveys, 76% of senior caregivers said they were not fully prepared to perform all of their caregiving duties. Learning about the common duties of a caregiver beforehand can help. While your senior caregiving duties may vary each...

Most family caregivers are not prepared to take on the challenges of caring for elderly parents or a family elder. Understanding the most common senior caregiver duties can help you prepare. Below find our continuing tips on elder...

Caregiver duties depend on the health and needs of the senior needing care. The first thing to do is determine the elder's needs, as well as your caregiver abilities. Some of the most common caregiver duties include physical care,...

A caregiver is someone who cares for the health and well-being of a person who needs help with daily tasks and activities. Your aging parents may need a caregiver due to an injury, an illness, limited mobility, memory issues,...

The standard monthly premium for Medicare Part B — the part of Medicare that covers doctor’s visits, routine cancer screenings, home health care and other outpatient services — will be $185 for 2025. The announcement was made by...

November is National Family Caregivers Month. We want to acknowledge ALL the dedicated family, and private-duty caregivers for their involvement in the lives of community elders. Here are some additional issues to think/plan for as we age...

November is National Family Caregivers Month. We want to acknowledge ALL the dedicated family, and private-duty caregivers for their involvement in the lives of community elders. Family caregivers’ responsibilities can be challenging. There are times it may seem overwhelming....

Home care services are essential for elderly parents. Home care is a simple and personalized service which provides practical help and emotional support for seniors at home. How does home care provide efficient assistance to frail elders? --...

What is home care? Home care allows seniors to receive help with activities of daily living (ADLs) within the comfort of their own home. Standard home care offers companionship and support with daily activities. Services including nursing assistance may...

Social Security beneficiaries will get a 2.5 percent increase in their monthly payments next year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced Oct. 10th. The 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is the lowest since 2021, reflecting a continued cooling of inflation following...