How to Talk to Your Aging Parent About Hard Topics — Before a Crisis Does It for You

Driving, finances, living arrangements, end-of-life wishes. The conversations nobody wants to start are the ones that matter most. Here's how to have them.

How to Talk to Your Aging Parent About Hard Topics — Before a Crisis Does It for You

Driving, finances, living arrangements, end-of-life wishes. The conversations nobody wants to start are the ones that matter most. Here's how to have them.

July 27, 2026

5 Minutes

For Families

Why Older Adults Get More Isolated in Summer (And What You Can Do About It)

Summer is supposed to be the social season. For many older adults, it quietly isn't. Here's why isolation builds in summer — and what families can do.

July 20, 2026

5 Minutes

For Families

The Emotional Side of Caregiving Nobody Talks About

The harder feelings in caregiving — grief, resentment, guilt, relief — don't get talked about enough. This July, we're making space for them.

July 13, 2026

5 Minutes

For Families

What the ADA Means for Seniors in Assisted Living — and What Families Should Know

Disability rights don't expire with age. Here's what the ADA means for seniors in assisted living and how families can advocate.

July 6, 2026

5 Minutes

For Families

How to Be an Effective Advocate at Your Loved One's Doctor Appointments

Most families walk into medical appointments underprepared. Here's what to bring, what to say, and how to make the most of 20 minutes with a doctor.

June 29, 2026

5 Minutes

For Families

The First Month After Your Parent Moves to Assisted Living

The hard part isn't always the decision. Here's what the first month after a parent moves to assisted living actually looks like — and how to stay close.

June 22, 2026

6 minutes

For Families

How to Stay Connected with a Loved One Who Has Dementia

When words get harder to find, connection doesn't have to. Practical ways to stay close to a loved one living with Alzheimer's or dementia.

June 15, 2026

5 minutes

For Families

How to Keep an Older Loved One Safe This Summer (And What Most Families Miss)

Heat affects older adults differently than it does the rest of us. Here's what you actually need to know before summer gets serious.

June 8, 2026

4 Minutes

Two older adults practicing tai chi outdoors in a park, smiling and extending their arms in a wide stance, surrounded by lush green trees.

For Communities

5 Best Exercises for Older Adults — And 5 to Think Twice About

Staying active as you age is one of the best things you can do for your body and mind. Here are the 5 exercises older adults should embrace — and 5 they may want to reconsider.

June 3, 2026

6 Minutes

An elderly woman with white hair tenderly holds a black and white cat against her chest while gazing thoughtfully toward a window, standing in the warm doorway of her home — a peaceful moment of connection between a senior and her feline companion.

For Families

The Healing Power of Pet Therapy for Seniors: What the Science Says

Discover how pet therapy improves the physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being of seniors. Learn about the science behind animal-assisted therapy and how Caily supports senior health through compassionate, evidence-based care.

May 28, 2026

6 Minutes

An older woman with white hair wearing a yellow blazer reviews documents in a dark binder while standing at a white shelving unit in a bright, modern space — representing the organizational process of planning a move to a senior living community.

For Families

6 Tips for Transitioning from Owning a Home to Moving to a Community

Moving from a home you've owned for decades to a senior living community is a big step. Here are 6 practical tips to help make the transition smoother — for you and your family.

May 19, 2026

6 Minutes

A smiling senior couple laughs together outdoors while sightseeing, the man holding a vintage camera and the woman clutching a travel map, with a charming building in the background.

For Families

Traveling Tips for Seniors: How to Plan a Safe, Enjoyable Trip

Ready to explore the world in your golden years? Discover the best traveling tips for seniors — from choosing senior-friendly destinations to staying connected with family back home.

May 13, 2026

7 Minutes