Resource Center

This tip sheet from AGS's Health in Aging Foundation reviews emergency preparedness in older adults. It provides steps for older adults to prepare for and respond to in an emergency, including the creation of a disaster supplies kit.

Source: AGS Health in Aging Foundation, 2019.
https://www.healthinaging.org/tools-and-tips/tip-sheet-emergency-preparedness-older-adults

This tip sheet provided by the American Geriatrics Society's Health in Aging Foundation outlines steps to take to prevent overmedication and related problems in older adults. It provides a useful handout for patient and family education.

Source: Health in Aging Foundation, 2019.
https://www.healthinaging.org/tools-and-tips/tip-sheet-avoiding-overmedication-and-harmful-drug-reactions

This web page from the Caregiver Resource Center provides a guide for older adults and their family caregivers regarding the causes of driving difficulties with age as well as warning signs of an unsafe older driver. It also discusses how to have "the talk" about giving up the keys with elderly drivers. Finally, it provides ways to help an older adult transition from driving along with transportation options for those who no longer drive.

Source: Caring.com, 2023.
https://www.caring.com/caregivers/

This web page from the Caregiver Resource Center discusses the causes and consequences of falls in older adults. It also discusses lifestyle changes that can help prevent falls in older adults. Finally, it provides three crucial steps to take after experiencing a fall.

Source: Caring.com.
https://www.caring.com/caregivers/

This web page from the Caregiver Resource Center provides a guide for family caregivers. It discusses common caregiving challenges as well as tips for caring for a difficult older adult. Finally, it discusses how to balance caregiving and personal work.

Source: Caring.com.
https://www.caring.com/caregivers/

This web page from the Caregiver Resource Center describes the benefits of assisted living for people with vision impairment and what to consider before choosing an assisted living facility for an older adult with this type of impairment. It also discusses the assisted living facility accessibility regulations as well as financial support options for assisted living.

Source: Caring.com, 2022.
https://caring.com/senior-living/assisted-living/

This web page from the Caregiver Resource Center addresses the cost of assisted living and the benefits of assisted living for older adults with addictions. It also discusses what to look for when choosing an assisted living facility for these older adults and financial support options assisted living.

Source: Caring.com, 2021.
https://caring.com/senior-living/assisted-living/

This web page from the Caregiver Resource Center describes what assisted living is and the benefits of assisted living for wheelchair users. It discusses mobility restrictions and accessibility regulations in assisted living facilities. Finally, it describes financial support options and how to locate assisted living facilities for wheelchair users.

Source: Caring.com, 2023.
https://www.caring.com/caregivers/

This web page from the Caregiver Resource Center reviews the signs and symptoms of clinical depression along with causes and risk factors for depression in older adults. It discusses the benefits of assisted living facilities for older adults with depression, what to look for in these facilities, and who should use assisted living. Finally, it describes financial support options and provides resources for older adults who are struggling with depression.

This web page from the Caregiver Resource Center reviews what a conservatorship or adult guardianship is, the pros and cons of conservatorship and when one might be a good idea for a family member. It also answers questions regarding conservatorship such as how to set up a conservatorship for a family member or who should act as a conservator and what are their duties.

Source: Caring.com, 2023.
https://www.caring.com/caregivers/