by Denise Graab | Oct 4, 2016
“Work/life balance” is something many Americans associate with mothers (or fathers) in the workplace caring for children. What’s less widely known, understood and supported is the “employee caregiver” — or people who are juggling...
by Denise Graab | Oct 4, 2016
Periodically, Caring.com surveys family caregivers and older adults about the impacts of senior care on their lives, as well as the challenges they’re facing, reasons for the living situation choices they’ve made, and tools they’ve used in...
by Denise Graab | Aug 31, 2016
As we covered in a prior content spark and in our social media webinars, it’s a common misperception or stereotype that seniors are technophobes or ‘out of the loop’ when it comes to technology use. While it’s definitely true that there are...
by Denise Graab | Aug 31, 2016
September is Prostate Health Awareness Month and Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, observances to raise awareness and save lives nationwide. Given that early detection is critical to successful treatment, and there are about 30,000 men who die of prostate cancer in the...
by Denise Graab | Aug 31, 2016
The first day of fall is September 22nd this year, and the National Council on Aging and other organizations across the country use this day (and month) to help prevent fall-related injuries among older adults. The theme this year is “Ready, Steady, Balance:...
by Denise Graab | Jul 26, 2016
August is “Boomers Making a Difference” Month, celebrating Baby Boomers who have made a significant contribution to their communities by helping others improve their lives. August 21st is National Senior Citizen Day (officially proclaimed as such by Ronald...
