According to Forbes Magazine, it is estimated that there are 12 million adults over age of 65 and are living alone, or 27% of the overall population. That is a staggering number. Of that population, most are women. Ironically, although they are now alone, most were at one time or another, caretakers to...
World Economic Forum Article: The secret of the ‘super-agers’: why some people remain sharp in their later years
Researchers at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital are hot on the trail of elderly “super-agers” - whose sharp memories avoid typical age-related declines - in an attempt to study whether there are interventions that can improve prospects for the rest of us. Assistant Professor of Neurology
Southcoast VNA Article: Don’t Wait to Talk About End-of-Life Care
It’s an all too common situation. A family is at the bedside of a loved one who is seriously ill and nearing the end of life. Each member of the family has a different idea of what should be done and what the patient would have wanted.
Far too...
AgingCare Article: 20 Warning Signs an Elderly Driver is No Longer Safe Behind the Wheel
We’ve all heard stories about the dangers of elderly drivers. A senior woman accidentally hits the gas instead of the brake pedal and crashes into a building. A 90-year-old man backs his Cadillac onto a sidewalk, striking several people. Not only can unsafe elderly drivers kill or injure themselves while on the...
Why Is Urgent Care So Important?
Written By: AFC Urgent Care
The healthcare system is more confusing than ever. Amid a new government administration there are a lot of unanswered questions about where our healthcare system is heading. In network, out of network, covered service or not; it’s all enough to make you feel sick! ...
This holiday season make sure aging family members are safe and well
What to look for while visiting aging family during the holidays: Ask about future plans
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Spending time with family is one of the best things about the holiday season. For those with aging loved ones, this time is priceless in many ways. While it is a chance to...
VRNS Article: Tips to prevent holiday stress and depression
The holidays can be a time of stress, fatigue and anxiety for many. Try these tips to prevent stress and depression, especially if the holidays have taken an emotional toll on you in previous years.
- Acknowledge your feeling. Be aware of how you feel and what is triggering your feelings.
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- Acknowledge your feeling. Be aware of how you feel and what is triggering your feelings.
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How Can I Take the Reins to Help My Aging Parent?
When a parent’s health or decision-making abilities begin to decline, adult children often need to step in sooner than they expected. Taking the reins usually means gaining legal authority, managing finances or property, and making decisions that affect the entire family. Acting early gives you more control, limits the likelihood of court...
Bayada Article: What is Sundowning?
By Barbra London, MSW, LCSW, LNHA
Know the Signs, Triggers, and Tips for Managing Sundown Syndrome
Often referred to as “late-day confusion,” Sundown Syndrome typically occurs in older adults during the twilight and evening hours. The affected individual may start to exhibit increased...
The Future of Caregiving – Things to Consider
Written by Barbara Cannon, LSW, CMC, owner of Answers for Elders
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As we continue to watch the population of boomers explode over the next 10 years we are already observing the crunch of seniors finding professional as well as personal caregivers to help them through the senior years.