Creating an Emergency Room "go bag"
Reduce the stress of your family member’s next medical emergency: prepack a “go bag.” It’s hard to…
The brain-healthy plate
Who doesn’t want to avoid dementia? Evidence is accumulating that many aspects of lifestyle affect brain health…
Getting support from spiritual beliefs
Do you want to feel more emotionally centered and resilient as you care for your relative? Studies…
Do you need an advance directive?
Creating an advance directive is one of the most caring steps you can take for yourself and your family. By writing down your healthcare wishes now, you ensure that your values guide your care if you ever can’t speak for yourself.
Preparing for possible singlehood
It’s daunting to contemplate all the possibilities of aging, including a partner’s becoming incapacitated by disease or passing away. At the same time, accepting these realities and preparing accordingly can make the future feel less overwhelming. From organizing key documents to strengthening social connections, small steps today can help build your resilience to face whatever may come.