Here and There
5 tips for snowbirds juggling medical care across multiple systems For retirees who split time between Illinois and somewhere warmer — Florida or Arizona, for example — managing two medical systems can create gaps in communication. It can also lead to medication confusion and delays in follow-up care, particularly for people with chronic conditions. “When […]
Sibling Strife
When sibling conflict complicates care for aging parents Fact checked by Jim Lacy Danielle Logan’s parents are in their 90s, and last year they moved into an assisted living home. Logan, whose name has been changed to protect her family’s privacy, has been navigating their care with her siblings — an experience that has posed challenges, […]
Gotta Go!
A little planning can make a big difference if you struggle with urinary incontinence while traveling Fact checked by Jim Lacy The joys of travel are boundless, but one nonnegotiable often limits people who have bladder issues: bathroom accessibility. And when you’re traveling to new places, the unknowns bring unpredictability — and stress. Millions know the […]
Winter Safety
Chicago doctor shares the best ways seniors can keep safe this winter Fact checked by Catherine Gianaro Winter’s cold temperatures and icy conditions can be especially tough for seniors. The biggest challenges older adults experience during this time of year involve their physical health, safety, and mental well-being, says Rene Roberts, MD, family medicine physician […]
Our Top 10 Stories of 2024
We’re always curious at the end of the year to see which stories most resonated with our readers. Our top 10 of 2024 covers everything from menopause to older adults and homelessness. As we move into 2025, we’re excited to bring you even more stories to enhance your caregiving and aging experience. As always, thanks […]
Time to Stop Driving?
More transportation options than ever keep older adults on the move Fact checked by Shannon Sparks Kathleen Bass, 78, decided to stop driving eight years ago, due to worsening eyesight. The cost of maintaining her car had also become too expensive. Around the same time, she moved into assisted living at Victory Centre of […]
Finding Balance
When responding to caregiving’s varied and layered needs, achieving equilibrium means more than standing upright Fact checked by Shannon Sparks For caregivers, finding balance is about navigating social connection, emotional support, and physical functionality — all through the upheaval of disease or dying. For this issue, we invited three writers to explore how balance […]
A Centenarian’s Sentiments
What 100 years on Earth has taught one centenarian — and what she continues to teach others Fact checked by Katie Scarlett Brandt Christina Brown helped her grandma, Kataryna Protyniak, celebrate a milestone birthday this past summer that not many people reach: 100. In fact, only an estimated 101,000 people currently living in the U.S. […]
After Hospital Discharge
How to vet care facilities — and make a decision under pressure Fact checked by Catherine Gianaro What happens when an older adult leaves the hospital but still needs care? Generally, the person or their loved one has to choose among assisted memory care, skilled nursing (a facility that offers care from licensed nurses), home […]