Marlo Sollitto
Contributing Writer
Marlo assists with the journalistic direction of AgingCare.com, researching and writing articles on all aspects of elder care. Serving as a contributing editor since AgingCare.com’s inception in 2007, her primary goal is to provide family caregivers with quality information that is engaging, informative and supportive.
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Recording your elders stories, family recipes and photographs is a great way to honor your family, keep memories alive and create a family legacy for future generations.
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Dentures can help seniors improve their confidence and quality of life. Use these expert tips to ensure dentures fit comfortably and learn how to properly care for a senior’s mouth after tooth loss.
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Medicare Advantage Plans are another way for seniors to receive Original Medicare and additional benefits like vision, dental and hearing coverage. Learn more to see if a Part C plan might be a good fit for you or your aging loved one.
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When you're buying a Medicare Advantage Plan, the best way to avoid being taken advantage of is to always be cautious and arm yourself with as much information as possible before buying a plan.
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Con artists tend to target seniors during the annual Medicare Open Enrollment period, but learning a few basic facts about how the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) operates can help you easily spot and avoid Medicare-related scams.
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Learning how the annual Medicare Open Enrollment period works will help you weigh your options and choose the best health coverage for yourself or a loved one.
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Decisions made during the annual open enrollment period (October 15–December 7) will impact a Medicare beneficiary’s health care coverage for the entire coming year. Be sure to research your options carefully and choose wisely.
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Review the two options for Medicare prescription drug coverage. Determine which drug coverage plan you want to join.
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Is your loved one's dementia-related irritability, anxiety or other behavior change difficult for you to handle? If your answer to this question is a resounding "Yes!" don't worry, you're not alone.
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Internet pharmacies attract customers with the promise of cheaper medications delivered directly to their homes. While buying prescription drugs online may seem more convenient than going to the local pharmacy, this option does come with serious risks.
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People with Alzheimer's disease who have wandered away from home is one of a caregiver's biggest concerns. GPS shoes give caregivers a new way track Alzheimer's wanderers.
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People with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers should check their Medicare prescription drug coverage annually for changes specific to their prescribed medications and dosage.
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November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month and National Family Caregiver's Month – two causes that are near and dear to our caregiving community and Alzheimer's patients .
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To help you find the best choice in assisted living, here is a list of basic questions to ask when you are comparing assisted living communities for your elderly parents. Print a checklist for each assisted living community you visit.
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In just under one year, Alan Arnette accomplished what few have done; climbing the 7 Summits to raise awareness of Alzheimer's disease. His story reminds us that we should never under estimate the difference one individual can make.
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Elderly people do funny things sometimes. Instead of feeling guilty about laughing, keep in mind that a good chuckle can bring you and your loved one closer and add some levity to caregiving.
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AgingCare.com and ABC News Chief Health and Medical Editor Dr. Richard Besser hosted a live Twitter chat devoted to Alzheimer's disease and caregiving.
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Retirement, government benefits, increasing health care costs and other financial changes can make filing income taxes especially complicated for older adults. Find free tax preparation services and tax advice near you.
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Answers to tax questions caregivers ask most: Can I claim my parent as a dependent? Can I claim medical expenses? Do I pay taxes on money my parents give to offset expenses?
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Even if you can’t claim your care recipient as a dependent, you may still be able to write off some of their health care costs and further reduce your tax bill.