Part 4 of 4 - Donating medical supplies If you have medical supplies that are not prescriptions like mobility equipment, incontinence...

Part 3 of 4 - Protecting identity and personal information Did you know that someone could potentially get your older adult’s name...

Part 2 of 4 - How to donate unused medication If you’ve recently lost your older adult, you may also be looking for ways to get rid of...

Part 2 - THE DO LIST Say “do you remember?” This can cause anger or embarrassment. Argue. If they say something that’s not correct, just...

Part 1 - THE DO LIST * Keep your tone and body language friendly and positive. * Don’t speak too loudly. * Make eye contact and stay at...

People with dementia can still enjoy having visitors. Older adults with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia may still enjoy having visitors....

It’s not uncommon for medication to go unused, especially when a dose changes or the medicine is only prescribed temporarily. This...

Benefits of drinking enough water Aside from avoiding serious health problems, staying well hydrated has its benefits too. Drinking...

How much water do seniors need? For the average person, a general rule of thumb for how much water to drink each day is to take one-third...

Symptoms of dehydration in seniors Early dehydration symptoms in older adults often go unrecognized because many of the signs of mild...

Why is dehydration so common in seniors? Older adults are more likely to become dehydrated because they naturally have less water in...

Health risks of dehydration For seniors, being well hydrated is necessary for many medications to work properly. Dehydration can also...

Part 1 Drinking enough water is important for everyone, but especially for older adults who are at greater risk for dehydration. A UCLA...

Part 4: Caregiving devices and apps are rapidly changing care at home. Try using technology these ways: Medical alert systems (or...

Part 3: Keep safety a top priority. Every year, 1 in 4 Americans over the age of 65 fall, so fall prevention is paramount. Many of the...

Part 2: Make basic home modifications. Use universal design principles to ensure the home is comfortable and safe for people of all ages...

Part 1 - Addressing Safety Issues to Remain Independent for as Long as Possible According to AARP’s "Home and Community Preferences"...