Month: July 2025
What is a long-distance caregiver? According to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), a long-distance caregiver is anyone, anywhere, no matter your gender, income, age, social status, or employment, living an hour’s drive or more away from a person who needs your help.
Take Tom, for example – he’s one of one of six siblings and the only one living in Washington state. Tom lives in Olympia, a 75-minute drive—in good traffic—to his mom Peggy’s house, his childhood home in Seattle. …
The Geography of Families and the Art of Long-Distance CaregivingRead More »
What is your role at Aging Wisdom?
Creative Engagement Specialist Lead
What made you want to work in the field of aging? …
Caregiving is a marathon, not a sprint. Equipping yourself for the long term is essential. Just as you would never participate in a marathon without proper preparation, you shouldn’t start your caregiving journey without planning and the right supports.
To ensure a smooth journey, here are some key resources and professionals to engage: …
With many older adults wishing to age in place, demand is growing for innovative housing options. An ADU—accessory dwelling unit—is a small, separate living space built on the same property as a single-family home. You may know them as in-law suites, granny pods, or casitas. ADUs offer flexible options as housing needs change over time. They can provide space to generate rental income, serve as a creative retreat, host visitors, or offer a private place for a caregiver. …