Preventing Scams Targeting Older Adults: A Caregiver’s Practical Playbook
Defrauding elderly victims has become an industry all its own. Across the globe, people over 60 were scammed out of $3.4 billion in 2023 alone. With more ways to communicate through technology, from social media to emails and online chats, scam artists have more opportunity to prey on people who may be isolated, vulnerable or
Sleep Better, Cope Better: Sleep Strategies for Caregivers
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.
Avoiding Dehydration & Malnutrition in Older Adults:
Learn how to keep the older adults in your care safe from dehydration and malnutrition and their associated health risks with these top tips.
Recognizing and Preventing Caregiver Burnout: A Guide for At-Home Caregivers
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.
Brain Health Basics: Everyday Habits That Support Memory
Wondering about brain health and how aging affects memory? Find the answers along with tips for building daily habits to help.
Heart-Healthy Living at Home: Caregiver Edition
What are the warning signs of heart disease, and how can caregivers help those in their care maintain healthy hearts? Find out.
Elderly Fall Prevention and Causes
Understanding why elderly fall and what steps can be taken to prevent elderly falls can help ensure the safety of your loved one.
Medication Safety at Home: Simple Systems That Work
Keep elderly loved ones in your care safe from dangerous medication errors with these top tips. Learn the risks and how you can help.
New to Caregiving? A Gentle Roadmap for Your First 30 Days
The first 30 days as an in-home caregiver can be challenging. Learn the basic steps for an effective system from day-one.
The Role of MassHealth in Adult Foster Care
Learn what role the Massachusetts medicaid program, MassHealth, plays in adult foster care from the at-home care experts at Mass Care Link.