Sadly, many of us have witnessed the slow and dehumanizing death of loved ones and friends suffering from Alzheimer’s. In the final stages of this and other dementia diseases, there comes a time when your loved one can no longer…
Wellness and affordable solutions are at the core of a new era of senior consumption. Improving and maintaining greater physical and mental health lifestyles through proactive and preventative measures is increasing. For seniors to thrive and flourish in retirement, technology…
There are astronomical costs associated with nursing home care if you become seriously ill or injured. You might also know that Medicare would cover only a minimal amount of those costs. Private insurance doesn’t seem like a good bet if…
This year, more than seventy million people who depend on Social Security benefits will experience critical changes. Inflation continues to increase daily living costs with higher costs for gasoline, food, utility, rent, and mortgages. Yet real wages have been stagnant…
There are three distinct phases to living in a continuing care retirement community (CCRC). The first is independent living when a resident enters into the community with few if any disabilities requiring limited assistance. In this phase of independent living,…
Nursing homes face a variety of public health challenges from infectious diseases like the flu and COVID-19. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, CMS, outlines specific policies and protocols for residential health facilities. These measures outline policies related to…
In these trying times, good health news is always welcome. Now there are some, for the huge numbers of people suffering from Alzheimer’s dementia and ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease). Researchers have found links between…
Americans who live in nursing homes are among the most vulnerable. When the novel coronavirus did hit, these nursing homes became its ground zero as many residents and workers did not receive testing, and staff found obtaining personal protective equipment…
It is a truism that preparation is key to a successful caregiving situation for an aging parent. Whether you need basic information about eldercare resources and services, are looking for a local agency to provide those services, or have worries…
We live in a dangerous world. It is a big responsibility to care for another person, and even when things are going well, it can be stressful. A crisis, such as illness, trauma, natural disaster, or any other unexpected adverse…