Home Care Standards Bureau

07/21/2026

Here are some great suggestions for visits to your loved one with memory or dementia challenges.

Visiting a loved one with dementia? Discover six expert-backed tips to make memory care visits meaningful, improve communication and reduce anxiety.

07/14/2026

More information on the rising cost of long-term care...

Rising costs of home care and nursing homes are pricing out middle-income families, forcing them to take on caregiving responsibilities or tap their savings

07/07/2026

Humming! Who knew it had such amazing benefits?! Read more...

Discover the stress-reducing benefits of simple humming, for improved heart health and inner calm.

06/30/2026

The Twilight Wish Foundation is doing such great work! They make wishes come true for seniors-- amazing!

Here's how the Twilight Wish Foundation helps senior citizens fulfill their dreams.

06/23/2026

Good senior care is a top priority for loved ones' families. Here are a list of things to look for when choosing one...

Selecting a senior living community or home care agency is a life-altering decision. Here are the "green flags" that signal your loved one is in safe, compassionate hands.

06/17/2026

It's good to get some clarification about Social Security benefits, here are the facts:

The program is going broke, the retirement age is 65, and other common misconceptions

05/19/2026

We are frequently asked to recommend good agencies, and luckily we know quite a few! And here is some good advice for how to choose, and monitor, good care for your loved one.

Is your loved one getting the care they pay for? Use these expert strategies to monitor quality of nursing home or other senior care, spot red flags and hold senior living accountable.

05/05/2026

Here are some interesting facts about the older adults in the United States.
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04/28/2026

A multi-state partnership was awarded $20 million for its innovative solution to keep health centers operational during hurricanes and other natural disasters.

An innovative Louisiana solution to respond to hurricanes facing the US Gulf Coast wins $20 million to ensure health clinics stay open.

04/21/2026

It's unfortunate that there aren't enough geriatricians, but here is a framework to use when talking to seniors' doctors about their health and any concerns you may have.

Geriatricians are trained to look beyond individual illnesses that older adults may face, and instead to look at the bigger picture of aging.