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trends in at-home care

Home Healthcare Trends in Massachusetts: The Future of Home-Based Care

February 16th, 2026 • Category: Adult Foster Care, Elderly Home Care, Home Health Care, Technology

Home healthcare in Massachusetts is changing as more older adults and people with disabilities choose to receive support in familiar surroundings. New technology, personalized care planning, and growing demand for family caregiver support are shaping the future of home-based care. Below, we explore the trends families should understand, including: Why More Massachusetts Families Are Choosing

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debunking myths about caregiving

Adult Foster Care in Massachusetts: 10 Myths and Facts

January 28th, 2026 • Category: Adult Foster Care, Home Health Care, MassHealth

Adult Foster Care in Massachusetts is often misunderstood. Debunk the top misconceptions regarding this beneficial program and learn the truth behind the myths.

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caregiver communication

Caregiver Communication: How to Handle Difficult Conversations

January 26th, 2026 • Category: Adult Foster Care, Caregivers, MassHealth

earn key strategies for communicating as a caregiver. Whether you need to have a difficult discussion with your loved one, get an update from healthcare providers or ask family members for support, this guide will help you communicate with ease.

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Caregiver and older adult preparing a year-round emergency kit at home

Emergency Preparedness for Caregivers in Massachusetts

Learn how to keep your loved ones safe and prepare for a emergency by creating a plan, packing a kit, preparing your home and more.

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caregiver medical appointment

Making the Most of Doctor Visits: Short on Time, Long on Results

December 23rd, 2025 • Category: Caregivers, Elderly Home Care, MassHealth

With less than 20 minutes of face time, on average, spent with a medical provider at each appointment, caregivers need to make the most of this time to get the maximum benefit for the people they care for. Learn how to support them before, during and after the appointment with these tips.

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scams that target elderly

How Caregivers Can Protect Older Adults From Scams

December 19th, 2025 • Category: Adult Foster Care, Financial Tips, Lifestyle, Technology

Learn how to help elder family members or care recipients avoid fraud and financial scams with these top tips.

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caregiver sleeping

Caregiver Sleep Tips: How to Rest Better While Caring for a Loved One

December 2nd, 2025 • Category: Caregivers, Lifestyle, Mental Health

Lack of sleep can be dangerous to both caregivers and the people in their care. Learn how to get the sleep you need to care for the people you love with these tips from Mass Care Link.

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Dehydration in older adults

Dehydration and Malnutrition in Older Adults: Signs and Prevention

November 26th, 2025 • Category: Lifestyle, Nutrition

Learn how to keep the older adults in your care safe from dehydration and malnutrition and their associated health risks with these top tips.

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caregiver burnout — tips for mental health

Caregiver Burnout: Signs, Prevention, and When to Get Help

November 5th, 2025 • Category: Caregivers, Mental Health

Caregivers offer a service to others that requires an investment of their entire being. Unfortunately, maintaining this level of sacrifice usually leaves them exhausted. Learn how you can prevent caregiver burnout.

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brain health

Brain Health for Older Adults: Memory Tips and Warning Signs

October 20th, 2025 • Category: Home Health Care, Lifestyle, Mental Health

Wondering about brain health and how aging affects memory? Find the answers along with tips for building daily habits to help.

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