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Lifeline Cupid Crew
February 23rd, 2018

Lifeline Cupid Crew

Bringing Conversations and Care Through the Cupid Crew Caregiving is much more than making sure loved ones are getting meals, taking medications, and receiving daily care. Caregiving also means connecting with seniors to share conversations and memories. On Valentine’s Day, Lifeline partnered with Wish of a Lifetime to connect with seniors and deliver an essential Read more >>

Grandfather warming hands of a small girl in snowy nature on a winter day.
January 30th, 2018

Just for Seniors: 5 Ways to Stay Warm This Winter

Staying warm in the winter seems like good common sense, but it’s not always easy – especially as we age. “As we age, we’re more sensitive to cold weather and we feel cold more easily,” explains Dr. Eugene Emmer, MD, a physiology Ph.D. and founder of RehaDesign Wheelchair Accessories. He ought to know. He comes Read more >>

Man and women looking over documents
January 12th, 2018

5 Tips for Managing Healthcare for Aging Parents

5 Tips for Managing Healthcare for Aging Parents. You can read more useful articles and advice on our blog.

5 Proven Benefits of Reading for Seniors
January 2nd, 2018

Reading Techniques to Keep Aging Eyes Feeling Fresh

Good vision can be an important component in maintaining an excellent quality of life. Once you reach your golden years, you may finally have the time to tackle the reading material that has been on your wish list for years. Whether the information is about preferred hobbies, late-breaking world news, or the classics, or whether it Read more >>

Family at Thanksgiving
December 6th, 2017

Holiday Tips for Family Caregivers

The holidays are all about family. But planning the holidays with an aging parent can feel anything but merry and bright. Check out these tips for planning a safe and special holiday for your older relations. Consider Their Needs & Abilities As caregivers, how we celebrate the holidays with our seniors depends a lot on Read more >>

Senior couple traveling
November 13th, 2017

Make Senior Air Travel Easier & Safer

Travel for Thanksgiving and other winter holidays can be stressful enough without worrying about getting through security, stashing your stuff in that too-small overhead bin, and being crammed into a middle seat like stuffing in a turkey or goose. This goes double for family caregivers who have the added stress of hoping Mom or Dad Read more >>

TSA Rules for Seniors: What You Need to Know
November 13th, 2017

TSA Rules for Seniors: What You Need to Know

Traveling soon? You probably have a lot of questions about how to get through the TSA checkpoint with medical devices, mobility aids, medication, and more. The most up-to-date and detailed information is always at www.tsa.gov. Highlights to Help You Prepare for Airport Security 1. Help Before You Go. You can get the latest advice and Read more >>

Senior couple traveling
October 31st, 2017

Senior Travel Tips for the Holidays

While many seniors host and cook for their families during the holidays, others travel to see their families in other cities or states. If you fall into this category, you will want to know the best senior-friendly tips for traveling comfortably to see your loved ones this Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, or New Year. Consider the Read more >>

Family and friends doing a video conference on laptop at home
October 14th, 2016

Protecting Your Loved Ones From Internet Scams

One of the most difficult (and increasingly important) duties of caregiving today is protecting your parents or other loved ones from Internet scams that so often target seniors. You’re probably familiar with Internet scams — after all, these issues are hot topics for everyone today. The Internet Crime Complaint Center, run jointly by the FBI and the nonprofit National Read more >>

Daughter with older father
July 1st, 2016

Talking to Your Caregiver About Privacy

If you’re a senior who lives independently, privacy issues can easily arise with your caregiver, even if your caregiver is your own child. This is especially true if you have a caregiver who often drops by without warning. It can be hard to explain to a loved one that you enjoy her company but also Read more >>

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