How to Pick Family- and Senior-Friendly Vacation Spots

Uncover the best family- and senior-friendly vacation spots! From stunning destinations to practical tips, find your ideal getaway with our expert guide.

Mother's Day Gift Ideas for Senior Moms

Celebrate senior moms this holiday! Check these thoughtful Mother’s Day gift ideas to express your love and appreciation.

6 Strategies for Encouraging Seniors to Try Meditation

Meditation helps improve focus, reduce anxiety, and boost overall well-being. Learn how you can encourage your elderly loved ones to try meditation and experience its benefits.

Better Medicare Alliance Responds to 2024 Medicare Advantage Rate Announcement

WASHINGTON – Better Medicare Alliance, the nation’s leading research and advocacy organization supporting Medicare Advantage, today released the following statement in response to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) 2024 Medicare Advantage Rate Announcement.

10 Mental Health Tips for Caregivers of a Senior With Sundowning Symptoms

If you’re caring for a senior with Alzheimer’s, it is important to prioritize your own mental health and well-being. This will help you both reduce the stress of sundowning symptoms.

10 Health Reasons to Encourage Senior Relatives to Try Meditation and Yoga

Want to improve the quality of life of your elderly loved ones? Discover why you should encourage them to practice meditation and yoga.

Hypertension Prevention Diet – Easy Recipes Anyone Over 65 Can Master

With the right dietary changes, anyone over the age of 65 can reduce their risk of hypertension and promote good heart health. Here are easy recipes you can try.

Dementia Care Planning Checklist - Steps Everyone Needs Before Making Big Plans

Caring for a senior with dementia can be challenging. Here’s a checklist to help you make the best plan possible for your beloved family members.

What Is a Home Health Care Aide and How Can They Help You?

Home health care aides can assist seniors by providing nonmedical personal care services at home. They play an important role in helping older adults age in place while also providing support and respite to family caregivers.

7 Tips for Smart Grocery Shopping at Local Supermarkets

Getting groceries doesn’t have to be challenging for seniors. Here are seven tips for smart grocery shopping.

3 Ways to Improve Bone Strength After Age 65

Seniors can still improve their bone health even after age 65! Check these tips to help reduce the risks of osteoporosis and fractures.

Frontotemporal Dementia

Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) or frontotemporal degeneration refers to a group of disorders caused by progressive nerve cell loss in the brain's frontal lobes (the areas behind your forehead) or its temporal lobes (the regions behind your ears).

Home Care vs. Nursing Homes: What’s the Difference?

As your loved one ages and you realize they need more day-to-day help, it can be hard not to let personal feelings of guilt interfere with care decisions. Consider which type of care may be right for your loved one as you weigh options.

Yoga and Restorative Exercises for Seniors: Easy Guide to Increased Mobility

Help your senior loved ones be more flexible and mobile through yoga and restorative exercises. Here’s a quick guide to help them get started safely.

8 Best Sources of Calcium to Add to Senior Diets (And 4 to Reconsider)

How to Determine a Senior Needs Help at Home

Admitting the need for assistance—and accepting it—is not easy for people as they age. So, how will you know when your aging parent needs help at home? One thing is certain: Mom and Dad aren’t likely to be the ones who tell you!

When to Consider Moving to Senior Care Facility

Learn the signs of when it’s the appropriate time to move your loved one into a senior care facility.
 

Drug and alcohol use is on the rise among seniors, yet rehab is out of reach for many

The number of drug and alcohol deaths among people 65 and older is on the rise. It’s a concerning trend, but substance abuse treatment centers are mostly out of reach for older adults on Medicare.

 

Care for the Elderly: In-Home Services That Help Seniors Age In Place

Most older adults want to live in their own homes for as long as possible instead of moving in with a relative or relocating to a senior living community. However, many people begin having trouble with everyday activities such as shopping, cooking, housekeeping, and personal care as they age.

7 Best New Year's Eve Party Ideas For Seniors

Celebrating the coming of the new year means deciding on party ideas, what to serve, who to invite, and honestly, it can become overwhelming.

If you find yourself in this situation, you’re in luck! We have seven perfect New Year's Eve party ideas for you to choose from, including murder mysteries, nostalgia, games, dress-up themes, and even a thought for those who can’t make it to midnight.

 

Senior Living Community vs. Home Care: How to Decide What’s Right for You

Recognizing that you need help caring for an aging loved one who’s unable to live safely by themselves marks the beginning of a challenging journey. You might feel overwhelmed by the different options as you consider your senior loved one’s needs, preferences, and financial situation. Learn about the differences between care at a senior living community and home care so you can make an informed decision.


 

4 Home Changes That Reduce Risky Winter Maintenance Tasks for Senior Residents

Winter home maintenance can be hazardous for seniors. Follow these tips to take extra precautions and ensure that your elderly loved ones are safe and comfortable in their homes during winter.

How Often Should You Check In on Elderly Relatives During the Winter?

Senior loved ones are prone to feelings of isolation or loneliness during winter when they cannot go about their regular activities. Make time to check in on your elderly relatives to see how they're doing and how you can help.

VA Pension Provides Veterans with Supplemental Income

Senior Helpers of Tempe can help with your application.

Written and Overseen By John Skelton, MMB

Most people know the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides veterans with health care coverage and medical services. But the VA also offers a wide array of other benefits to service members and their families. One such program provides qualifying veterans with a monthly payment to supplement their income. This benefit is known as the Veterans Pension program.

Caregiver Tips for Enjoying Holidays With Seniors

Even though most of us have happy memories of holiday celebrations, this time of the year can be stressful. There are pervasive societal expectations that everything should be cheerful, regardless of the circumstances. Our elders used to be in charge of making the holidays merry while the younger generations were the focus. But as our elders begin to slow down and need more help, the holiday responsibilities increasingly fall to us.