It’s midnight. The phone rings. Mom’s had a fall. She’s being taken to the hospital. Now what?

As a care coordinator, I thought I knew a lot about the elderly and about how to help others figure out how to care for their loved one.

Have you ever been accused of lying or stealing, even though you were just looking to help?

During National Social Work Month, we pause to celebrate the contributions of social workers, including our very own Debra King.

Fraudsters are using the full suite of scam tools and closely following the headlines, adapting their tactics to the times.

Where do families often go wrong when deciding where an elderly loved one should live?

Where do families often go wrong when deciding where an elderly loved one should live?

Where do families often go wrong when deciding where an elderly loved one should live?

Caring for an elderly loved one can be a long road, especially if there is chronic illness involved.

Fall. Hospital. Rehab. Repeat. Adverse events that lead to re-hospitalizations among seniors are rising at an alarming rate.

Millions of  Americans who went home for the holidays discovered that everything was NOT okay.

When you care for a person with dementia, it doesn’t take long before you hear someone whisper the expression, “He’s sundowning.”

As the year 2020 comes to a close, it’s a good time to reflect on all the things we have to be grateful for...

The actions long-term care facilities have taken to protect their residents have proved to be a double-edged sword.

We hear from the administrator of a local long-term care facility who explains how she and her staff have worked to balance resident safety

In this installment, we hear the stories of two family caregivers who have tried—and failed—to gain access to their loved ones.

Nursing homes have responded to the COVID-19 pandemic, and that response has impacted residents and their loved ones.

In this bonus installment, we hear from another administrator of a Nashville area long-term care facility.

Pati Bedwell and Debra King weigh in on a COVID-related tragedy that hasn't been making headlines. Part 1 of a four-part series.

If you or someone you love served in Vietnam, these expanded Blue Water Navy benefits may apply to you. It’s worth the time to check it out.

What is the GrandPad? Could it be for you or someone you love? This article offers the lowdown on one of the latest tech tools.

If you’re an older adult, or you’re caring for one, be on the lookout for the latest schemes. While anyone could fall for a scam...

If you're caring for an elderly loved one, unexpected trips to the emergency room are often a fact of life.

A relative who has treated you badly in the past now needs your help. It happens all the time. How do you take the high road?