Caregiver Planning, Safety, SHERPA Advice, Tough Conversations
Technology is often described as something that will shape the future of aging. For my family, technology for aging in place has started to feel much more personal. During a recent visit with my dad, I began noticing small changes in how he moved through his home and... 
Caregiver Planning, SHERPA Advice
Caring for an aging parent, spouse, or loved one can be one of the most meaningful things you do. It can also be one of the most challenging. Millions of Americans provide unpaid care for family members every year(USAToday). Many help with transportation, medications,... 
Activities, Events and Entertainment, SHERPA Advice
Champion Your Health! Celebrating Older Americans Month, May 2026 Every May, Older Americans Month recognizes the contributions, resilience, and impact of older adults across the country. Led by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), this annual observance... 
Caregiver Planning, Safety, SHERPA Advice
SEASONAL HOME SAFETY SERIES · PART 2 OF 3 GoldenSHERPA · Spring 2026 There’s something almost instinctive about the urge to open the windows and start clearing things out when spring arrives. After months of closed-up rooms, heavy blankets, and the short days of... 
Caregiver Planning, SHERPA Advice
A GoldenSHERPA Guide for Family Caregivers Editor’s Note: This article was inspired by Clare Ansberry’s recent piece in The Wall Street Journal (subscription required) that explores how caregivers must accept that they cannot fix everything. Her insights... 
Events and Entertainment, Holidays, SHERPA Advice
The twinkling lights and festive gatherings of the holiday season can paradoxically be the loneliest time of year for many older adults. While families reunite and celebrations abound, seniors may face unique challenges—from mobility limitations that prevent travel to... 
Caregiver Planning, Safety, SHERPA Advice
As the leaves begin to turn and temperatures drop, it’s time to think about how the changing season affects the seniors in your life. Whether you’re an older adult preparing your own home or a family member wanting to help, fall preparation is about more... 
Activities, Events and Entertainment, SHERPA Advice, Wellness
September marks Healthy Aging Month, an annual observance that encourages older adults to take charge of their physical and mental well-being. This nationwide initiative, now in its third decade, reminds us that aging doesn’t have to mean accepting decline.... 
Financial, Scams, SHERPA Advice, Tough Conversations
Medicare Open Enrollment season brings both opportunities and risks for seniors across America. From October 15th through December 7th each year, millions of older adults review and update their Medicare coverage. Unfortunately, this period also attracts scammers who... 
Caregiver Planning, Financial, SHERPA Advice, Tough Conversations
Moving can be overwhelming at any age, but for seniors, it often means downsizing a lifetime of memories while dealing with physical and emotional challenges. If you’re an adult child living far away, finding the proper support for your aging parents can seem...
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