As more and more Americans age, much of the responsibility for their care is falling on family members. But much like parenting itself, there is no… Read More

Welcome to our annual list of the best hearing aid amplifiers for 2019. A hearing aid amplifier is a valuable investment for anyone with mild to… Read More

One of the biggest concerns our readers have is making sure their future caregiving needs are mapped out. While no one likes to think about the… Read More

The bathroom’s a dangerous place. If you’re over the age of 65, you have a 30% chance of experience a fall this year. Those over 85… Read More

While the risks of cancer, heart disease, stroke and diabetes get most of the attention, one of the single, biggest threats to your health is the… Read More

There aren’t many decisions you can make that will change your lifestyle more than stopping to drive. Driving gives you independence, freedom and self-reliance. Hang up… Read More

There’s little doubt that most older adults want to age in their own homes. Survey after survey has confirmed it. But we don’t have to reference… Read More

There’s no surprise in learning that our immune systems weaken as we age. In fact, one third of all deaths in older adults are due to… Read More

As more older adults choose to age in their own homes for as long as possible, walk-in bathtubs have become extremely popular. They’re safe, comfortable and… Read More

There comes a time when we realize we need a little extra help. We’re a little less firm on our feet, our health has changed, or… Read More

An older adults dies from a fall every 20 minutes in America. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) fall death rates increased 30% among… Read More

Who better to rely on for data related to the latest scams targeting seniors than the FBI? No one. That’s why we chose to put together… Read More

With record hot temperatures worldwide, the dangers from heat exposure are more prevalent than ever. Seniors tend to be one of the more vulnerable populations when… Read More

The new age in medical alert systems is off to the races. The Freedom Guardian, a medical alert smartwatch, is designed for the active older adult… Read More

As part of its ongoing strategy to diversify into the health tech and services industry, Best Buy has announced the acquisition of GreatCall for $800 million…. Read More

Whether you’re listening to Arianna Huffington or Dr. Oz, the topic of sleep is front page news. Not too long ago, it was considered a badge… Read More

Successful aging is not only measured by how long you live, but by how well you live into your old age. A new research study has… Read More

Watching your parents age can be a difficult emotional journey. Their super hero status unravels and a peak behind the curtain reveals that the Wizard of… Read More

The statistics are daunting. Nearly 3 in 10 adults over the age of 70 will fall every year! In fact, falls in the elderly are even… Read More

If you’re caring for someone with dementia, you’re probably already experiencing some of the behavioral challenges with the disease. Whether it’s silence, sadness, anger, anxiety, confusion… Read More

Feelings of loneliness, depression and social isolation are a key risk to seniors aging successfully. As we age we not only lose spouses, family members and… Read More

Is your mother or father reluctant to move out of their home into a managed care environment? Do you fear that without your care they’d be… Read More

So you’re ready to dip your toes in the online dating world and find yourself a new friend, companion or romantic partner. Online dating is exploding… Read More

UPDATE ALERT: Unfortunately, since MobileHelp was sold, it no longer carries a medical alert smartwatch. MobileHelp has just launched the latest technology advance in wearable health… Read More

Are you ready for some fun, companionship and love? It’s easier than ever to find your match online. Older adults are dating more than ever, and… Read More

Older adults are twice as likely to die or get injured from a fire as the rest of the population. In fact, seniors represented 40% of… Read More

Best Buy is exploring a new service to help seniors age in place with the assistance of a series of innovative healthcare solutions. In recent statements,… Read More

In our review, we discovered that MobileHelp offers one of the most affordable medical alert systems for seniors in the industry, while delivering the same level… Read More

Falling is an especially common and dangerous risk for older adults. With age, the likelihood of falling and the severity of falls increases. Not only can… Read More

Researchers have found evidence that exercising not only keeps you young at heart, but can also return your heart to its youthful self! A study in… Read More

We all know the benefits of exercise, especially for seniors. It not only helps you live longer, but more importantly, it helps you live better. But… Read More

Older adults date better! Yes you’ll still have sweaty palms and your heart might skip a beat, but who doesn’t want a chance at that? The… Read More

Hey seniors, we have some great news for you. The tech revolution is coming to a phone near you! Whether you’re looking for your phone to… Read More

Medical alert systems are a key strategy in reducing the risks associated with falling. A staggering 30% of adults aged 65 years and older fall each… Read More

If you’re like most older adults, you want to age in your own home for as long as you can. But to age in place, you… Read More

If you or a loved one are living at home and you’re looking to age in place for as long as you can, you’ll want to… Read More

Seniors have a glaring weakness that makes them easy prey for fraudsters, cheats and scammers alike. Even unethical family members take advantage of this emotional weakness… Read More

It doesn’t matter whether you’re 65 or 85, there’s no better time to travel than now! You have the time, money, curiosity and energy to explore… Read More

Falling is the leading cause of injury and death for older Americans. In fact, 1 in 3 older adults fall each year! Experts attribute the rise… Read More

You’re lashing out at everyone. You feel angry one minute, helpless the next. You’re constantly under the weather. You feel overwhelmed, unmotivated – maybe even depressed…. Read More

Feeling overwhelmed by the stress, work and effort that goes into taking care of your loved one? You’re not alone, not by a long shot. Some… Read More

Many patients, including older adults, are first introduced to opioids in the emergency room to help alleviate pain from broken bones and sprains. In many cases… Read More

Lifeline Lifeline was the first company to provide medical alert systems in the United States and it remains the largest provider, with over 7 million customers… Read More

Medical alert systems offer peace of mind and a fast and easy way to get help in the event of a fall or medical emergency. Medical… Read More

Are you afraid of getting a computer virus that can steal your personal information, access your bank account or hold you ransom? Tired of endless pop-ups,… Read More

We look for 4 simple things in every medical alert system we review. Reliable product. Excellent emergency response. Compelling offer. Reputable company. Based on those criteria,… Read More

Are you looking for an emergency medical response system that protects you in and outside your home and want to understand how today’s top options compare?… Read More

It’s true, the older we get the likelier we are to make mistakes with our medications. In fact, 55% of older adults don’t take their medications… Read More

Tired of your computer getting infected by malware, adware or ransomware? Not sure which email, pop-up, text or message to trust? Protecting your credit card, banking… Read More

Unfortunately for older adults, we’re genetically programmed to be more trusting as we age, making us the prime targets of fraudsters. In fact, by some estimates,… Read More

Computer viruses range from inconvenient to downright dangerous. While some simply install adware on your computer, and hope you click on a dizzying array of advertising… Read More

ID theft gets a lot of attention, but the truth is, it touches far fewer people than the hype would leave you to believe. While most… Read More

Is someone you know driving past their prime? Are they treating red lights like green ones, using their bumpers like pinatas or playing chicken with oncoming… Read More

Whether you’re looking to avoid a broken hip or a major concussion, protect yourself or loved one, making sure you’ve checked off the boxes of this… Read More

Until we learn how to turn back the clock, we can’t do anything about our age. However, we can do quite a bit to mitigate the… Read More