Unable to stand for very long or drive to the doctor, many older Americans must rely on home care nurses. The problem is, there aren’t enough of these nurses to go around. Home health care involves ...

As a self-proclaimed lifelong learner and former educator, Amy Boyington is passionate about researching and advocating for learners of all ages. For over a decade, Amy has specialized in writing ...

Your support goes further this holiday season. When you buy an annual membership or give a one-time contribution, we’ll give a membership to someone who can’t afford access. It’s a simple way for you ...

The nursing shortage is threatening both patients and our healthcare system, and future projections paint an ominous picture. We have all read the news stories or have seen the effects first-hand: the ...

Nursing is a challenging career — especially during a pandemic — but it can also be rewarding in many ways. In 2020, nurses and other medical professionals were hailed as heroes during the COVID-19 ...

When I meet up with a home health care nurse to see what she does on a typical visit, I don't know what to expect. For most of my life I've generally avoided hospitals and health care settings, but ...

People with Alzheimer’s need more and more help with daily life as their disease advances. Nursing homes and memory care facilities are two residential options for caregivers who are managing serious ...