Marlo Sollitto
Contributing Writer
Marlo assists with the journalistic direction of AgingCare.com, researching and writing articles on all aspects of elder care. Serving as a contributing editor since AgingCare.com’s inception in 2007, her primary goal is to provide family caregivers with quality information that is engaging, informative and supportive.
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Family caregivers face a great deal of emotional, physical and often financial stress. While your focus may be on managing an aging loved one’s health care and money, it’s crucial to make your personal finances a priority as well.
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Medical billing errors are surprisingly common, and it is up to you to be diligent about understanding your health insurance coverage and correcting inaccuracies. Know what red flags to look for and how to handle errors before you pay the bills.
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If your elderly parents live alone, make sure they know the importance of fire safety and use these fire safety practices.
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Decreased mobility, sight, hearing or cognitive capabilities may limit a senior's ability to take the quick action necessary to escape during a fire emergency. Protect elderly during a fire emergency with these safety tips.
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This “sneaky thief of sight” develops slowly for years, but once the damage is done it is permanent. Protect your sight by scheduling regular eye exams that can catch this disease early on.
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Kitchen fires are one of the leading causes of fire in the home among seniors. Here are some home safety tips for making cooking safer for seniors.
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More women die of heart disease than all forms of cancer combined, and complications can include heart attack, stroke, and even death. Use these tips to become your own health advocate and help your loved one reduce their risk, too.
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Your loved one suffered a heart attack. Thankfully, he or she survived. But that leaves the question: What now? What can you expect after a heart attack? What symptoms are normal and what are not?
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Aging is not something we can fully understand until it happens to us. Sometimes, it feels as if seniors are being unnecessarily difficult, but if you put yourself in their shoes, you'll find that aging gracefully can be a challenge.
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Ageism isn’t just hurtful—it is also harmful. When health care professionals perpetuate ageist attitudes, senior patients’ health care outcomes suffer.
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Often caregivers manage to convince their aging loved ones to tour a long-term care facility, only to find that upon arrival they won't budge from the car. Use these tips to empathize with your parent and encourage them to give senior housing a chance.
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When touring assisted living facilities, skilled nursing, even independent retirement communities, caregivers may feel like they're getting a bit of a sales pitch during their visit. Here are 12 questions to ask senior living community residents.
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Senior living communities conduct a needs assessment that measures potential residents’ physical and cognitive abilities to ensure that a senior’s needs match the services the community is able to provide.
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The transition to senior living can be difficult for the whole family, but careful research, plenty of tours, and a few personalized touches will ensure that you find the best housing option for your loved one.
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Also known as retirement communities, independent living enables self-sufficient seniors to enjoy a social atmosphere, amenities, services and activities without any of the responsibilities and maintenance that come with home ownership.
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Caregivers want objective advice and guidance. Long-term care is a major life decision, so understandably, caregivers have a long list of concerns: navigating the complex long-term care landscape, paying for care and choosing the right care top the list.
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Generally, the younger you are at the time you purchase, the less expensive the premium and the greater the likelihood you will be health-qualified and accepted for coverage.
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Some long term care insurers offer policies where two people share one pool of benefits, known as "shared care" policies.
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It can take a few weeks for a new resident to adapt to their surroundings, meet neighbors and staff, and personalize their living space. Use these strategies both before and after the big move to make sure this transition goes smoothly for everyone.
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Many retirement communities use creative techniques to help residents make friends, settle into a routine and feel comfortable in their new home.