Home Care Standards Bureau

03/03/2026

A worthwhile cause-- worldwide contributors raised over $1M so an 88-year-old veteran could retire from his full-time job.

Ed Bambas, 88, works 40-hour weeks at his local Meijer in Detroit. After a video about him went viral, generous strangers stepped in to help.

02/25/2026

At 90 and 91, among family and friends, this couple got to have their dream wedding...

Having covered a distance together that few in America will ever match, the lovebirds decided that they should do something special

02/17/2026

It's time for a smile...

These corny one-liners, silly puns and bad-but-good dad jokes will leave kids and adults in total stitches.

02/11/2026

Decluttering can be beneficial for your mental health. Here are some tips with different methods and ideas.

Decluttering can provide significant mental and physical health benefits. Read more.

02/03/2026

For families and caregivers-- here's some help finding support and resources for your loved one.

Are you feeling confused while trying to figure out support services? Learn more about how to navigate these waters and get access to the help your loved ones need.

01/27/2026

"6 Things Older Adults Should Know About the Recent Funding Package the House Passed"

A closer look at a few key provisions and how they affect people 50-plus

01/20/2026

Medicare Advantage plans can be difficult to maneuver when a claim is denied. This article offers advice and tips for how to address these issues.

Appealing a coverage denial can be challenging, but there are practical steps to ease the process and get results.

01/13/2026

There is often confusion about vaccines-- this article has a lot of helpful information.

Understanding the powerful role vaccines play in disease prevention

01/07/2026

In caring for the elderly, music is not just entertainment, but can also be used as a tool to calm and connect with those suffering from chronic conditions such as Alzheimer's.

How music therapists help bring music and harmony into everyday caregiving​​

12/29/2025

What to Watch for When Visiting Elderly Loved Ones This Holiday Season

12/17/2025

The holidays can have a different impact on families and the care of their elderly relatives. This article has some recommendations...

We know the holidays can be challenging for many older adults by ushering in a heightened sense of loss, stress, and depression. Follow this advice from Team Alice, a group dedicated to helping prevent medication harm to older adults and named for Alice Brennan, a vibrant 88-year-old who died due to...

12/09/2025

One of our HCSB A+ Certified agencies, Home & Hearth, brought our attention to the matter of seniors hiding the fact that they've had a fall. It's important to be aware of this, and to look for the signs.

It’s often the undiagnosed illness or the unidentified pathogen that poses the greatest health risk. The same holds true for senior falls.