Guided by the goal of ensuring that family caregivers have the knowledge they need to care for their loved ones, her work has appeared in numerous online and print publications, and she was recently named one of Media Industry News’ "RisingStars in Media."

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Independent living communities come in a variety of sizes, shapes and price points. See how these five innovative and slightly unusual options cater to the specific needs and interests of aging adults.

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Understand how retirement communities differ from other senior living options and learn how various assets, income sources and benefits can cover the costs of living in an independent senior community.

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Differences between assisted living and independent living include supportive and medical care, amenities, costs, and residential spaces.

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New research claims hundreds of thousands of Americans could be affected by a specific type of Alzheimer's that most doctors and patients don't know about.

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It can be hard for a senior to transition from their long-time home into an independent living community. Fortunately, family caregivers, friends, staff and fellow residents can help make this adjustment a smooth one.

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The stories we hear and the stories we tell define who we are and how we perceive our world. Alzheimer's is perceived by many as a story-stealer, but a courageous group of caregivers and patients aim to change the view of Alzheimer's disease.

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The story begins with a dementia caregiver's greatest fear--a loved one who's wandered away from home--and ends in a compassionate display of validation therapy.

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New bills and recommendations look to pay doctors and patients to chat about end-of-life care plans and advance health care directives.

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The ChopChop kitchen is one industrial designer's answer to helping seniors age (and cook) in the comfort of their own homes.

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Combat veterans may continue to feel the impact of their years of service, decades after returning home, in the form of an increased risk for developing dementia.

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Joan Lunden, former co-host of "Good Morning America" and longtime women's wellness advocate recently admitted that she's in the midst of a fight for her life in a blog post titled: "I Have Breast Cancer."

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Try these delicious recipes to celebrate the men and women who pull double-duty, attending to the needs of aging parents while raising their own children and oftentimes juggling a career.

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Incontinence affects more than half of Americans over age 65. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to ensure symptoms don’t interfere with summer plans.

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Members of the sandwich generation care for a combination of young kids, aging parents, adult children, grandparents and even grandchildren. Their situations may vary, but the one thing these caregivers have in common is their need for more support.

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When the matriarch of the Dempsey clan was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, her adult children sprang into action as caregivers and raisers of cancer awareness.

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At the 2014 Alzheimer's Association International Conference in Copenhagen, Denmark, the results of several important Alzheimer's studies were presented.

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Falls are a common occurrence for seniors, so it’s important to know what to do after one occurs. Use these tips to get your elderly loved one back on their feet without hurting them (or yourself) in the process.

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Whether you prefer to disco, waltz or tango, moving to the music is a wholesome pastime for seniors and caregivers alike that can help prevent medical issues and keep minds and bodies active.

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Learn the basics of filing a final tax return for a recently deceased loved one.

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Helping a senior with their taxes this year? Get their financial affairs (and your own) in order early on to avoid unnecessary stress as tax day approaches.

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