Why National Caregivers Day is an opportunity to address important issues
2/22/2026 In looking over my past columns, I realize there is one particular topic that I address every year. It’s the celebration of National Caregivers Day , which occurs on the third Friday in February each year. It is dedicated to raising awareness of the important role of family caregivers, bringing caregiving to the attention of the community and employers and developing a strategy to support unpaid caregivers. It’s an opportunity to celebrate and honor those who care
What to look for when seeking an assisted living residence
2/1/2026 This is a follow-up to the column published Jan. 18, 2026; that piece was about making the decision whether to age in place or move to an assisted living residence. In it, I quoted Sara Zeff Geber, who said, rather than aging in place, the real issue is to “age in the right place.” After that, I received the following question: How do I find the right place for my loved one who wants to live in an assisted living residence? Let’s start with some general information.