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What is Advance Care Planning and How Do You Set It Up?
Learn the terminology of advance care planning, why you need a health care proxy, and the difference between a living will and Massachusetts MOLST form.
Caring for Your Aging Parent in Your Retirement Years
The advantages of being an older caregiver and tips on how to navigate the challenges.
Medicare Basics Explained
Understanding your Medicare options and when and how to enroll
What Vaccines Do Seniors Need?
The five vaccines that are important for maintaining good health as you age.
What is an Age-Friendly Health System?
How we provide effective health care that meets the specific needs of seniors.
How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Long-Term Care Insurance
How a life care plan is a financially stable option to secure future care.
Five Reasons Why Now is a Good Time to Move to a Senior Living Community
Is it smart to move to a retirement community?
When Should You See a Geriatrician?
Sometimes, older adults need specialized medical care for complex conditions. Learn when a geriatrician might be right for you or your parent.
Six Resources to Help Caregivers Connect to Non-Medical Care and Social Supports for Seniors
Caring for an aging loved one and not sure where to start? Learn about these community resources.