Senior Sidekicks

01/30/2026

Social interaction is important to all seniors, but even more so with those with demenita. Here are some ways to help them have some type of social interaction

Dementia is an umbrella term for a progressive age-related disorder which is primarily seen in senior patients. It is associated with deterioration of the patients’ memory, cognition, behavior and …

01/24/2026

We're coming back into some bitterly cold temperatures. If you are a caregiver, make sure to check in on your family member. Or if you have elderly neighbors, please check in on them.

Learn about hazards of cold weather and tips for staying safe.

01/22/2026

Culture does have an impact on how caregivers handle the stress, and as the article points out, studies deal in generalities. But what does come across is that having a strong network of support is an immense help to a caregiver.

Studies show that many feel a greater sense of purpose, community and commitment to religious values than their white caregiver counterparts

01/21/2026

Home medical alerts no longer have to be through a dedicated company. New apps and technology are making it more available to people.

How to set-up the Apple Watch Fall Detection for use as a Medical Alert System for an Aging Adult and their Family Members!

01/17/2026

The need for caregiving comes to people in all walks of life. Here is one actor's journey as he and his family help their beloved aunt.

How supporting a beloved aunt with Alzheimer’s inspired the ’30 Rock’ actor to create a ‘gift’ to himself

01/15/2026

Encouraging an older family member to use a walker for their own safety is a challenge, but if handled with some strategy and patience, it is possible to bring them around to the idea.

Learn effective strategies to ensure their safety while respecting their independence

01/14/2026

Some common-sense ideas to help ease the feeling of being overwhelmed by long-term caregiving.

Caregiving can be exhausting, but emotional burnout can also have negative effects. These 3 tips can help you reconnect with the caregiving drive.

01/12/2026

A useful podcast for caregivers and their families to listen to.

Podcast Episode · Boomers Today · 12/31/2025 · 26m

01/08/2026

Let Congress know that Americans need affordable health care. The vote is coming up very soon.

Email your lawmakers now and demand that they make health care affordable!

01/07/2026

It is not hard to find a way to eat a balanced meal.

There are few things in life as comforting and nourishing as food, but it can be controversial and confusing, too. These tips can ground your food choices in decades of research and simplify eating well.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from Senior Sidekicks!

01/01/2026

An interesting read.

Other countries still have health insurers, but they avoid five-figure medical bills. The answer lies in how the insurers and doctors are regulated.