Did you know? There are special tax free cash benefits available from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to help war period veterans and their widows pay for home healthcare and medical expenses? What is Veterans benefits? This benefit…

Advance care planning is not just about old age. At any age, a medical crisis could leave you too ill to make your own health care decisions. Even if you are not sick now, planning for health care in the…

Frequently Asked Questions About Organ Donation for Older Adults Organ donation is the act of taking healthy organs and tissues from one person and giving them to someone else. Making the decision to donate your organs is one of the…

Making Decisions for Someone at the End of Life You are probably reading this because someone close to you is dying. You may wonder how you can comfort the person, prevent suffering, and provide the best quality of life possible…

Many older adults and caregivers worry about the cost of medical care and other help they may need. These expenses can use up a significant part of monthly income, even for families who thought they had saved enough. How people…

Going to the Hospital: Tips for Dementia Caregivers A trip to the hospital can be stressful for people with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia and their caregivers. Being prepared for emergency and planned hospital visits can relieve some of that stress. This article suggests…

Read and share this infographic and spread the word about ways that may help foster healthy aging. Everyone needs social connections to survive and thrive. But as people age, they often find themselves spending more time alone. Being alone may leave…

As you get older, a health care provider may recommend vaccinations, also known as shots or immunizations, to help prevent certain illnesses. Talk with a doctor or pharmacist about which of the following vaccines you need. Make sure to protect yourself…

Shingles is a disease that causes a painful skin rash. About 1 in 3 people will get shingles, and your risk increases as you age. It comes from the same virus that causes chickenpox. Although there is no cure, shingles…

People with Alzheimer’s disease may take medicines to treat the disease itself, mood or behavior changes, and other medical conditions. Caregivers can ensure that medicines are taken safely and correctly. Here are some tips to help you manage medications for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. Learn…