New Social Networking Sites Cater to Caregivers

The New York Times (9/12/07) highlights the growth of social networking sites that cater to users older than the users of typical social networking sites such as Facebook and MySpace. These networking sites allow people to connect with others in their generation, share interests, and remain active.

Other websites help family members assisting aging loved ones. AGIS (AssistGuide Information Service) has a new website for family members looking for information and assistance with eldercare and other issues. The AGIS forums discuss topics such as caregiving, grief, Alzheimer's and dementia, and much more. These new websites address an aging population in two ways: by empowering seniors through social networking, and by assisting families in meeting the needs of their aging family members.