In a perfect world, senior care providers and health care providers would have all of the same information about an individual that they were working with. They would be able to share that info and make sure that they were working together … [Read more...]
Long COVID and Senior Health
The COVID-19 virus changed life for all of us. And although the severity of the virus seems to have subsided substantially, the unfortunate reality is that it is still around and some people are still heavily impacted by … [Read more...]
Novel Approach to Senior Care in China
Chinese communities are utilizing a unique approach to ensuring that senior care is available for those that need it. They are turning former grade schools into care facilities. In a nation that is crowded in many parts and … [Read more...]
Integrating Senior Living into the Public
People are social by nature. If there was ever any doubt about this, it was made clear during the pandemic. While people isolated themselves, we saw a huge rise in mental health issues go along with it. Even the most introverted of us are … [Read more...]
Home Improvements for Seniors
Most elderly folk want to stay in their homes as they age. It’s very rare to find a senior who is excited about the prospects of moving into a care facility. Even the most comfortable, inviting care home is not the home that they are used … [Read more...]
Some Areas Experiencing an Increase in Elder Abuse Reports
Some areas of the United States report larger rates of elder abuse than other areas. For example, the State of Alabama recently reported that there was a 125 percent increase in the number of reported cases of abuse in the state from this … [Read more...]
A Medication to Slow Down Aging?
For centuries, humanity has been fascinated with longer life. The search for the Holy Grail, the Fountain of Youth, and other mythological pursuits have all revealed this part of our humanity. People want to live longer, more fulfilling … [Read more...]
Ways for Seniors to Beat the Heat
Much of the United States has spent the last few weeks battling extreme heat. Some parts of the country are hotter than others, but one thing that remains constant no matter where the heat waves are is that seniors are impacted far more … [Read more...]
How Effective Are New Stroke Detection Methods?
A team of researchers has been using a face screening tool to help detect strokes. The new research uses a smartphone app and face screening tools to help determine if a stroke has occurred. The team states that … [Read more...]
A Link Between Anxiety and Parkinson’s
A study that recently came out of University College London indicates that elderly individuals that suffer from anxiety have double the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease as they age. The research was clear to point out … [Read more...]
How to Advocate for Older Family
According to a survey put out by the National Council on Aging, about one in ten people aged 60 or older have experienced some type of abuse. This is a sad statistic, but it does reveal an unfortunate truth about our society. … [Read more...]
The Medical Care Cost Burden is Rising
The population of the United States is getting older. In many respects, that’s a good thing. It means that people are living longer lives. But there are also complications that come along with this. One of these complications is the … [Read more...]