Linda Kople

3 weeks ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

As your parents grow older, you may notice subtle changes—slower movements, moments of forgetfulness, or difficulty with everyday tasks like bathing or preparing meals. When daily living activities become challenging or cognitive issues like dementia begin to surface, your top concern naturally becomes their safety. You want to be there for them. Maybe you already are, balancing caregiving with work, family, and everything else. Or perhaps you've brought in professional caregivers for extra support.

3 weeks ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

When was the last time you asked your parents about their childhood and health or about those who came before them? These conversations aren’t just about nostalgia—they’re crucial for protecting your health, planning your future, and preparing for the possible need for long-term care. Asking about family health history—or even family history in general—can stir up deep emotions, especially for older adults.

2 months ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

Aging brings inevitable challenges—chronic illness, mobility issues, dementia, and frailty can make everyday tasks difficult or even impossible. You may be seeing a decline with your parents or other older family members right now. It will happen to you at some point as well. When that happens, long-term care becomes a necessity. Yet many families are unprepared for the complexities of finding care for a loved one, and adult children often bear the burden of navigating the system.

2 months ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

We see it all the time. The population in the United States and globally is aging rapidly. As the population ages, more Americans are stepping into the role of caregiver for aging family members. An estimated 53 million adults now provide unpaid care to an older relative, spouse, friend, or neighbor, a figure that highlights the nation's increasing dependence on family caregivers. This is one in five Americans are caregivers, according to an AARP report.

2 months ago | ltcnews.com | Linda Kople

I’ve always loved the comforting ritual of coffee—the rich aroma, the warm cup in my hands, and the way it brings people together. Whether it’s catching up with friends, neighbors, or former colleagues, there’s something special about sharing stories and laughter over a cup of coffee. Aging and our older parents always come up in conversation. Caregiving and being a caregiver is a topic that also brings tears.