Last Updated: May 22, 2018 Francine Russo had never been close to her sister. Yet when their parents became ill, they needed to become caregivers together. Instead, they burrowed into their old roles in their family. Sound familiar? Read on for ways to avoid sibling rivalry over senior care. Fighting With Siblings Over Senior Care...Read More

Any parent knows that there is nothing more important than the happiness of their child. Even as they age and become adults, there is still no greater feeling than knowing your child is happy, healthy and loved. When your adult child enters into marriage, your family as you know it will inevitably change and grow...Read More

As North America’s largest senior living care and referral service, we feel it is important to support the education of future senior care professionals. For the last five years, A Place for Mom has offered multiple scholarships to students who are pursuing a career which involves working with seniors. In late 2017 we made changes to...Read More

Caregivers are at an increased risk for mental and physical health issues due to the responsibilities and stress of caring for a spouse or senior loved one. Read more about what to do when caregiving takes a toll on a caregiver’s health and how to improve your health and wellness. A Day in the Life of...Read More

How do you know if your loved one is experiencing mental illness or if it’s just the normal signs of older age? Get the facts on mental illness in the elderly during Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental Illness in the Elderly Did you know that about 20% of adults aged 55 or older have experienced...Read More

Last Updated: May 14, 2018 With the mental health of aging Americans, it’s important to understand the distinctions between dementia and mental illness, the role medication plays in diagnoses and what personality changes might be signaling. Read our tips for distinguishing mental illness in seniors and how to receive the proper diagnosis. Diagnosing Mental Illness...Read More

Although it can come with its challenges, multigenerational travel is well worth the effort. This type of travel gives you the opportunity to create lifelong memories with your family and leave a lasting legacy for your children and grandchildren. Read our multigenerational travel tips for seniors and their families. Multigenerational Travel Every other year for...Read More

Many assisted living communities recognize the benefits of pets in senior living. Cats, dogs and other furry companions not only improve residents’ lives, but they can also help ease the transition to a senior living residence. Read more about pet-friendly senior living communities who understand and value the bond between pets and their owners. Pet-Friendly Senior...Read More

Last Updated: May 9, 2018 A combination of our genetics and lifestyle habits determines our longevity. While many people rely on their family history to determine their lifespan, there are still ways to outlive your biogenetics. Read our secrets to turning back the biological clock below. Defying the Genetic Odds The scientific view of what...Read More