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How Safe Is Your Home?
Learn expert-backed strategies to make your home safer for aging in place. Get a free checklist, practical tips, and guidance from occupational therapist Maureen Palmer.
Melinda Babin
Sep 151 min read


12 Real Ways to Get Help as a Caregiver
Real, practical ways for caregivers to get the help they need—without guilt, overwhelm, or overexplaining. These 12 ideas make it doable.
Melinda Babin
Aug 253 min read


Goodbye Summer, Hello Routine: 5 Small Habits to Ground in the Season Ahead
Late August brings a quiet invitation to reset. For caregivers, routines can feel more like survival than rhythm—but even small habits can bring back a sense of steadiness. Here are five simple ways to create structure that supports you, not just the person you care for.
Melinda Babin
Aug 223 min read


The Caregiving Conversation We Can't Ignore
A new PBS documentary spotlights America’s 105 million unpaid caregivers. Hear from the filmmakers in this special Sage Space episode.
Melinda Babin
Jun 181 min read


The Hidden Wisdom of Caregiving: A Balancing Act
Discover 5 essential caregiving strategies to prevent burnout: self-care rituals, support networks, stress management, helpful technology, and meaningful connections. Research-backed tips for 53 million American caregivers seeking balance and sustainability.
Lisa Lurie
Apr 25 min read


10 Ways to Create Meaningful Support
Meaningful caregiving is about presence, not perfection. Your greatest gift is attentive companionship that honors your loved one's complete humanity—not just flawless task completion. By focusing on connection rather than mere management, you create space for shared joy, purpose and deeper relationship amid daily caregiving realities.
Patty Leitch
Apr 23 min read


Navigating the Journey: Resources for Successful Aging in Place
Discover practical strategies for aging in place with this guide to home modifications, support networks, and financial planning. Learn how thoughtful adaptations can preserve your home's character while enhancing functionality, create a balanced support system that honors independence, and develop sustainable financial approaches that support your long-term goals for remaining in your own home.
Cathy Minter
Apr 21 min read


How to Create a Connection Corner
Learn how to create a Connection Corner in your home—a dedicated space to transform daily caregiving tasks into meaningful moments. Discover simple setup tips, activity ideas, and benefits for both caregivers and care recipients in just 15 minutes a day.
Patty Leitch
Apr 22 min read
Your Guide to Aging in Place
Your go-to source for practical guides, personal stories, and expert advice on aging in place. Whether you're a caregiver, loved one, or planning for the future, you'll find the support you need right here.
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