Anne-Marie Botek
Contributing Writer
Guided by the goal of ensuring that family caregivers have the knowledge they need to care for their loved ones, her work has appeared in numerous online and print publications, and she was recently named one of Media Industry News’ "RisingStars in Media."
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A nationwide elder abuse analysis has led to a surprising conclusion that could cause older Americans to think twice about trusting their money to those nearest and dearest to them.
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The money a Social Security beneficiary receives could affects their taxes. Discover the current base amounts and tax rates for each filing status and determine if your benefits are considered taxable income.
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Will you owe a gift tax this year? Use this Q&A to determine if the “gifts” you have received are considered taxable revenue.
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Taxes are an important element to consider when engaging in estate planning. Discover the answers to 5 key estate tax questions.
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Employing a caregiver who is not affiliated with a home care agency can have a significant impact on the taxes you owe. Make sure you understand your role as a “household employer” before hiring an independent caregiver.
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Why do you work out? Your answer to this question could determine how easy it is for you to stick to a regular exercise routine.
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Learn how digital literacy can help seniors prevent age-related cognitive impairment, loneliness and depression.
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At 31 years old, Miriam Reeves just might be the youngest person ever to get married in a nursing home. She and her fiancé planned on tying the knot in their local church, until Alzheimer’s intervened.
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Five years ago, Glenn Bruno's wife passed away. What he does to honor her will take your breath away.
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Fall prevention efforts tend to focus on minimizing environmental hazards and improving mobility, but another important contributing factor is often overlooked: prescription and over-the-counter medications.
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Despite a trend towards a more gender-balanced population of family caregivers, most are still women. When it comes to caring for aging parents, daughters and daughters-in-law provide more hours of help—and suffer the consequences.
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Going to the doctor, paying bills, taking a driving test—older adults should try to tackle their most taxing tasks earlier in the day, claims new evidence that suggests aging brains function best in the morning hours.
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This tender exchange between a daughter and her mother with late-stage Alzheimer's will warm your soul.
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To celebrate our elders’ sage advice, we asked AgingCare.com members to share the most memorable lessons they've received from their grandparents.
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Discover why increasing numbers of elder care experts are advocating for a more playful, holistic approach to dementia care.
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Taking a medication outside of its expiration date may seem harmless, but it can have toxic results. Learn how to store medications properly to ensure your safety and their effectiveness and the best ways to dispose of drugs once they’re out of date.
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Can a caregiver "thrive" while looking after an aging loved one? Two psychologists weigh in on the benefits of the right relationships.
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Physicians are in increasingly short supply, so patients often spend more time with physician assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs) during appointments. How do these health care providers compare to each other?
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A physical therapist’s goal is to help their patients recover from injuries or surgery and improve their functional mobility. But for older adults, some treatments can be ineffective and even hinder the rehabilitation process.
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Legendary basketball coach, Pat Summitt talks about her Alzheimer's diagnosis, and shares how she and her son, Tyler are approaching an unknown future.