Aging, caregiving & senior care resources

Explore our blog for articles, guides, and expert advice on senior living, home care, care planning, and aging-related topics.

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Choosing LGBTQ+-inclusive home care and senior living: a guide

By Brian Dowd and expert reviewed by Jennifer Morris-Pugliese, LSW

ind LGBTQ+-affirming home care and senior living with key questions to ask, red flags to watch for, and legal documents to protect your loved one's wishes.

5 MIN READ

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What is adult day health?

By Brian Dowd and expert reviewed by Jennifer Morris-Pugliese, LSW

Adult day health care provides services at a community-based center for senior adults who need assistance or supervision during the day. Learn more with CareScout.

6 MIN READ

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Living with aging adult parents: how to adjust

By Brian Dowd and expert reviewed by Jessica Donahue, LICSW

Explore how to set up a living arrangement with an aging adult parent that supports independence while strengthening the bonds that matter most. 

10 MIN READ

5 reasons to put a long-term care plan in place

By Brian Dowd and expert reviewed by April Martin, MSW, LSW

You can live your life on your terms by planning for your future today.

4 MIN READ

Answer these questions to start planning for aging care

By Brian Dowd and expert reviewed by April Martin, MSW, LSW

This list will help you get everything in order to plan for Aging care.

3 MIN READ

5 misconceptions about aging care

By Brian Dowd and expert reviewed by Erika Swanson, MSW, LCSW

Cover all your bases with five common rebuttals about aging care planning.

4 MIN READ

What is long-term care? 

By Brian Dowd and expert reviewed by Erika Swanson, MSW, LCSW

Long-term care, also known as aging care, offers care support and services when unable to perform activities of daily living. Learn more with CareScout.

6 MIN READ