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May 23rd, 2026
Millions of Teen Caregivers Are Quietly Helping Aging Parents and Grandparents — and It’s Changing Their Lives
Millions of children and teens in the United States provide unpaid care for aging parents, grandparents, or disabled family members. Teen caregivers face elevated risks of depression, anxiety, sleep deprivation, and academic struggles. Early recognition, mental health support, and long-term care planning can reduce the burden on caregiving youth.
May 18th, 2026
How Diabetes Can Become a Healthcare, Financial, and Long-Term Care Crisis for Families
Diabetes can become far more than a blood sugar issue as you age. Complications such as neuropathy, blindness, kidney failure, dialysis, and mobility decline can gradually create long-term care needs that Medicare and traditional health insurance generally do not cover.
March 18th, 2026
Dementia Planning: Decisions Families Regret Waiting On
Many families only begin planning for dementia after memory problems appear, but by then, critical legal, financial, and caregiving decisions may already be limited. Early preparation helps protect independence, reduce family conflict, and safeguard retirement savings if cognitive decline eventually requires long-term care.
May 26th, 2026
How the Summer of ’76 Connects Aging in America Today
The teenagers and young adults who celebrated America’s Bicentennial in 1976 are now entering the years when long-term care planning becomes urgent. New data on caregiving, assisted living, and Long-Term Care Insurance shows why aging Americans and their families are confronting difficult financial and emotional realities today.
May 11th, 2026
Scams Targeting Older Adults Are Surging: How to Protect Your Aging Parents
Identity theft targeting older adults is on the rise. Learn how to protect your aging parents, spot scams early, and safeguard finances and independence.
May 6th, 2026
GPS Trackers for Dementia Safety: Best Options to Consider in 2026
GPS trackers help protect loved ones with dementia from wandering. Trackers for dementia patients depend on their behavior and risk level. Devices with real-time tracking, geofencing alerts, strong battery life, and simple wearability provide the most effective protection against wandering and help caregivers respond quickly in emergencies.
Healthspan
The portion of a person's life during which they remain generally healthy, active, and free from serious chronic disease or disability.
April 29th, 2026
Aging, Illness, and the Medicare Myth: Why Most People Need Long-Term Care—and Aren’t Ready
While Medicare pays for short-term medical treatment and limited rehabilitation, it does not cover ongoing help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, or supervision due to memory loss. As aging, chronic illness, and cognitive decline increase the likelihood of needing extended care.
April 21st, 2026
Addiction Treatment After 50: How to Choose the Right Care and Protect Your Independence
Addiction in older adults is rising, and treatment must be different after age 50. Learn how to evaluate care, protect your independence, and the impact on long-term care planning.
March 3rd, 2026
Supporting Families Through Memory Loss: A Practical Guide for Canadian Families
