As parents, all you want is the best for your kids. This is why you sign them up for those expensive extracurricular activities or stay up late helping them with their homework. Don't get me wrong, ...

Taking care of a sick or aging family member can be exhausting, especially when chronic conditions can last months or years. As much as you love that person, providing care can be a full-time job that ...

Considering older people are most susceptible to the consequences of social isolation and feelings of loneliness, it's not entirely surprising that many of them are forgoing self-care and avoiding ...

Life catches up with us all at some stage, so why not make that time just for you, working at your pace, exploring what is making life difficult just now. I support clients with difficult ...

“Attention passengers: Please secure your oxygen mask before assisting others.” Sound familiar? That’s not dramatic flair. The fact is, you can’t help others breathe if you’re gasping for air yourself ...

Sleep is critical for heart health. Poor sleep habits have been linked to high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes and obesity. (Jason W. Edwards/Department of Defense photo) When someone says, "Take care ...

Who will take care of me when I’m old? I will. By planning now for my elder years, surrounding myself with a team of people I trust and managing financial resources I continue to accumulate, I aim to ...

Your state can pay you for caregiving through Medicaid or the Veterans Affairs (VA). To qualify, you and your loved one must meet eligibility requirements that depend on your state. Your payment also ...

For entrepreneurs, particularly women, balancing the myriad responsibilities of business ownership can be all-consuming. You can’t pour from an empty cup — here’s how I started putting myself first ...

A care plan for solo agers is about more than just filling in names on forms Your plan will take care of you as you age. Dear Fix My Portfolio, We're in our mid-70s and do not have children. Our ...