Does New Feature on Alexa Together Help Seniors?
Amazon has added a “custom alert” to Alexa Together care service, which will allow pings to up to 10 caregivers when there’s particular smart home activity.
Can Caregiver Burnout Be Prevented?
Providing care for an aging relative or loved one is often physical and emotionally challenging. Learn how to recognize the early signs of burnout – and how to prevent it.
How Is the Department of Health and Human Services Helping Caregivers?
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services put forth a national strategy – the first of its kind – to support millions of family caregivers and address the challenges they face when caring for people with developmental disabilities or other health issues.
What Should I Do with an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis?
Almost half a million new cases of Alzheimer’s disease will be diagnosed this year in the United States, according to the BrightFocus Foundation. Worldwide, someone develops some form of dementia every three seconds.
Planning for Long Term Care Is Important
What types of decisions have you and your loved ones made, or avoided making, about planning for the years ahead?
Wayward Senior Tracked by Bluetooth Technology
An elderly man in Hernando County is back safe and sound with his family after being found through a tracking device planted by his wife.
Remember Medicare’s Important Deadlines
Learn the most important deadlines you or a loved one will have to keep in mind for Medicare.
How Is Amazon’s Alexa Helping Seniors?
Amazon is introducing two new features for its “Alexa Together” elder care subscription service.
Caring for Your Aging Dad as You Approach Retirement
Caring for Your Aging Dad should be planned before it becomes an emergency. Talk with your father and find out what is important to him. Let him know that an estate plan will help the people he loves as well as protect him.
What Do I Do If Dad’s/Mom’s Caregiver Dies?
A caregiving spouse dies, and their adult children are left unaware of their surviving parent’s needs and how to meet them.
