Elder Care

A POLST form — which stands for Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment — is a medical order form that documents

The Eldercare Locator is a free nationwide service funded by the U.S. Administration on Aging that connects older adults, people

The Area Agency on Aging — commonly called AAA — is a local organization funded by the federal government to

Caregiver burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that can occur when a person dedicates significant time

Memory care is a specialized type of long term care designed specifically for people with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other

Adult Protective Services — commonly called APS — is a government agency that investigates reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation

Respite care is temporary relief provided to family caregivers who are caring for an older adult, a person with a

Sundowning — also called sundown syndrome — is a pattern of increased confusion, agitation, and behavioral changes that occurs in

A geriatric care manager — also called an aging life care professional — is a specialist who helps older adults

Hospice care is a type of specialized medical care focused on providing comfort, dignity, and quality of life to people