Emily Laurence is a journalist, freelance writer and certified health coach living in Raleigh, North Carolina. She specializes in writing about mental health, healthy aging and overall wellness. For ...

Michelle Rogers brings over 35 years of distinguished leadership in home care to her role as System Director for Health First Home Care, Private Duty, and Staffing Services. With 26 years of service ...

Even the most capable, energetic and independent adults will likely reach a point in their lives when they could use a little extra help getting through their day. The Department of Health and Human ...

The desire to age in the comfort and familiarity of one's own home is a common aspiration for many seniors. The concept of "aging in place" represents a shift away from traditional institutional care ...

When you are entrusted with finding home care services for you or a loved one, you may be faced with making some difficult decisions. Choosing the right type of home care service can put you at ease ...

Angela Haupt has been a health writer and editor for more than a decade. She was previously the managing editor of health at U.S. News & World Report, where she spent 11 years covering and editing ...

Many aging adults would prefer to age in place and stay home longer rather than move to an assisted living facility or nursing home. Most people recognize, though, that living at home alone can be ...

Taking care of a loved one who has been diagnosed with dementia or its type – Alzheimer’s disease can be both rewarding yet at the same time overwhelming. In early stages many people with dementia can ...