One story, but unfortunately one that is all too familiar. My friend has had the responsibility of assisting with the care for a...

June 10,2020 l As a health care worker, not only have I experienced the effects of prolonged mask wearing, I’ve heard the same echoed from

May 31, 2020| The impact of the coronavirus on our nation’s elder citizens has been enormous and has highlighted the disconnect elders exp

May 20, 2020| No doubt the coronavirus situation has made us all more aware that situations with our health and well-being are fluid and

May 14, 2020| Several weeks ago, I watched a webinar sponsored by McKnight’s Long-Term Care News entitled: Person-Centered Technology in

May 5, 2020| In addition to the usual caregiver challenges that are well understood, the present situation with COVID-19 may be adding

April 23, 2020| The TV’s are blaring in almost every room whether or not someone is in them!!!! Not an unfamiliar site if you’ve ever

April 9, 2020| The TV’s are blaring in almost every room whether or not someone is in them!!!! Not an unfamiliar site if you’ve ever been

March 19, 2020| The Coronavirus, or CORVID-19, has impacted people of all ages,cultures, and backgrounds around the world. Our elder

February 26, 2020| As our lives change, our homes can support, or limit, our ability to live our lives the way we want. Remaining in our

February 20, 2020| The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson, was meant to provide

February 5, 2020| The statistics for elder abuse in the United States are staggering. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse,

January 31, 2020| A calmer mind can help you respond to stressful situations in a way that is less harmful to your body. There is even res

January 12, 2020| How many of us think about devising a strategy to maintain or improve our health and wellness as we age? We may discuss

December 26, 2019| Many people have experienced loss or are in situations that make them feel less than joyful at the holiday season. Societ

October 13, 2019| Longevity is an accomplishment. Continuing to live a fulfilling, active lifestyle as we age is fundamental to our emotiona

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August 11, 2019| The phone rings. You answer and hear: “your mom or dad fell and broke his/her hip” Your heart sinks. You knew they was