Breaking down preschool benefits and pricing
While many parents turn to preschool as a means to reenter the workforce, preschool’s main benefit lies in its ability...
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Raising the voices of caregivers
Ten years ago, I helped start the National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA) because my life has been so profoundly affected by...
What you need to know about daycare vouchers
When it comes to researching child care options, there are many factors for parents to consider — not the least...
June “Senior Sense”: Ease into Conversations about Aging
“Oh, we are playing Poker tonight.” When I call my seventy-something mom, she always has plans, whether it is a...
Personal Assistant Resume Template
DOWNLOAD this personal assistant resume template as a PDF. How to Write a Great Personal Assistant Resume Personal assistants accomplish...
Here’s How Yelling At Your Kids Affects Their Brains
Is yelling at your kids as bad as spanking? Research says yes. Amanda Stout, Simplemost.com This post originally appeared on...
Finding Senior Care With a Heart
16 hours. That’s how long Carolyn Childerston’s mom Doris spent on the floor of her small-town Nebraska home after taking...
Special Needs Safety Checklist
Does your family have a safety plan? And how do you keep it up to date for your babysitter, nanny,...
How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Hire a Housekeeper
I’m terrible at cleaning. My place is a mess. I admit it. I try to clean—I really do. But I’m...
Your Guide to Senior Care Options
The vast majority of seniors — nearly 90 percent — prefer to age in their own home, according to AARP’s 2012...
9 Out-of-the Box Mother’s Day Gifts for Pet Moms
Mother’s Day is fast approaching, so many of us are in brainstorm mode as we try to come up with...
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Unable to retrieve message, provides my potential customer with NO service from me. Makes me look bad. Also, I can’t remove...
What the GOP Tax Plan Means for Child Care
(Updated: November 15) On the campaign trail and in the White House, President Donald J. Trump has promised to provide...
What Every Family Needs to Know About Ivanka Trump’s Child Care Plan
We’re just a few months into the Trump era, but already, first daughter Ivanka Trump has a signature issue: She...
Learn About AFib and How to Live With It
Once you find the right treatment, it’s possible to have a normal life with AFib. Atrial Fibrillation, or AFib, is...
How to Move Forward After Surviving a Heart Attack
Learn to move toward life with cardiac rehabilitation, medication, a heart-healthy diet, and cognitive therapy. It happened. You had a...
Nanny share vs. daycare: Which one’s right for you?
Cost, proximity, and caregiver-to-child ratio are the main reasons why nanny shares tend to be good alternatives to daycares.
Build Key Connections for Aging in Place
According to AARP, several studies suggest that isolation is a major health risk for seniors. Now that more people than...
Uniform Law Clarifies Authorities Granted in Aging Parent’s Power of Attorney
When George Reilly was growing up in New York, his father had a nylon gym bag that he called his “death...
Au pair, nanny or daycare? The differences explained
Weighing child care options? Learn the pros and cons of au pairs, daycare and nannies to help decide what’s right...
What is family child care and is it the right choice for your child?
What is family child care, and how do you pick the best one for your child? Experts share what to...
Take Your Best Friend on an Adventure With These 9 Great Dog Walking Apps
These walking apps will get everyone’s tail wagging. Tracking workouts through apps and wearable fitness devices is one of the...
What is doll therapy for dementia?
What is doll therapy, and does it really help people with dementia? Three dementia experts share the benefits.
How to Support Your Parent’s Senior Living Facility Romance
Love knows no age, but is this the right step for your parent? When you were choosing a senior...
Should You Consider Switching Pharmacies to Save Money?
Cheaper prescriptions may come at a higher price. Most seniors are careful with managing their money, and prescription drugs offer...
18 Best Cool Math Games for Kids
We found the top free online cool math games and fun math activities for kids, parents, and teachers to learn...
How to Create a Meaningful Bucket List
Although the Morgan Freeman-Jack Nicholson movie “The Bucket List” was in theaters more than a decade ago, people across America...
How to Select the Right Pet for Your Family
Having a pet is one of the biggest joys in the world, but it also comes with a lot of...
How to choose the right pet for your family
Find a furry, feathered or finned family pet who is a perfect match with these five questions.
How to find a nanny share in Chicago
New to nanny sharing? Local parents share how they started a nanny share in Chicago and some tips for finding...
Personal Assistant Salaries Near You
If you’re wondering how much to pay your personal assistant, you will need to consider several, important factors. How...
8 Ways to Have a Great Relationship with Your Nanny
I have two loves of my life: My husband and my nanny. She’s been with us since my son was...
How to Talk to Aging Parents About Who Gets What in the Will
Jenna said she didn’t think it was possible to feel worse than she already did after her mother’s death, but...
5 requirements to qualify for Medicare Home Health Care
Wondering who qualifies for home healthcare services under Medicare? Here are five factors that determine eligibility, plus expert advice.
Living with COPD, one breath at a time
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, better known as COPD, is the fourth-leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the...
How to Distance Yourself From Regrets
Looking back on your life, do you have any regrets? If you’re like most people, a few notable moments may...
Creating a Social Network May Protect the Elderly From Financial Fraud
Seniors aged 65 and above will make up 18 percent of the nation’s population by 2030. Currently, Americans over the...
4 Ways Seniors Can Avoid Isolation After a Spouse Dies
In her new book, “Now With You, Now Without,” actor and author Kathryn Leigh Scott writes about the isolation she...
Is my home a good place to host a nanny share?
Before you agree to be the primary host of your nanny share, make sure your home has everything your nanny...
Create a nanny share contract that works for everyone with this advice
A clear nanny share contract helps avoid confusion and keeps you, your nanny the other nanny share family aligned.