Our goal is to live a long and healthy life. Senior citizens are admired for their wisdom and knowledge. However, their long life often comes with the grief of outliving their spouses, friends, and sometimes their children. If they can’t maintain…
According to a 10-year study by the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), hearing loss has been linked to a variety of health risks. The risks include a 50% greater risk of dementia, a 40% greater risk of developing…
It is becoming increasingly popular to age in place; however, what to do when you notice a loved one is having difficulty living alone is a concern for many of us. Troublesome signs like a dirty home in poor repair,…
While senior home-sharing is not a new idea, it has gained popularity among Americans during the current Coronavirus epidemic. The danger of COVID-19 infection in nursing homes and other long-term care living facilities, coupled with the isolation seniors have been…
As the coronavirus pandemic spreads across the US, it continues to interrupt our daily lives. Those who are age 65 or higher experience a higher virus fatality rate, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to recommend…
The aging experience is changing because of the new inter-generational community living models. Dubbed “new urbanism” it is the belief that a living environment with high standards can have a positive effect on the quality of life, local economy, and…
As the baby boomers are getting ready to retire or have already retired, we are seeing a sharp increase in America’s elderly population. However, what has not been widely reported is how the rest of the nation will provide care…
Many retired and older Americans are filing for bankruptcy at higher rates than ever before. While medical advances are keeping seniors alive longer, the associated healthcare costs in the quest for longevity are being off-loaded onto the older individual at…
We often hear - “I did not sleep well at all last night” from family or friends. Or perhaps "I kept waking up with my mind racing and couldn't fall back to sleep." Sleep patterns tend to change, and that…
According to an article in Kaiser Health News, a hospital stay can be detrimental to some elderly patients. Even if they recover from the illness or injury that required them to be admitted, many elderly patients deteriorate mentally and/or physically…