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brian dowd

Brian Dowd

Brian is writer based on Cape Cod. He is a passionate storyteller with a knack for finding the extraordinary in the ordinary. He joined CareScout as a Senior Content Writer in 2024. Before that, he worked as a content writer in the senior living industry and worked for several years as an assistant managing editor and reporter at a newspaper on Martha’s Vineyard. He has won several awards from the New England Newspaper & Press Association (NENPA) for his reporting. 

Articles written by Brian Dowd

Gift guide for caregivers

Gift guide for caregivers

Want to get a gift for a caregiver in your life? Use our gift guide for caregivers to pick something that’s thoughtful, practical, and supportive.

How to handle a sibling conflict over the care of an older adult parent

How to handle a sibling conflict over the care of an older adult parent

When deciding on care for an older adult parent, you may run into conflicts with siblings. Learn how to navigate those conflicts or avoid them with our guide.

Age-related forgetfulness vs dementia

Age-related forgetfulness vs dementia

Understand the differences between normal age-related forgetfulness vs dementia.