Nov 1, 2025 — Elder financial abuse, also known as elder financial exploitation, is a serious and growing concern as the population ages. According to a 2023 AARP report, Americans over 60 lose an estimated $28.3 billion annually, with more than 70% of these losses caused by someone known to the victim, like caregivers, neighbors, family, and friends. What... Read More
Sep 15, 2025 — We all know how important healthcare appointments are to our ongoing well-being. We also know how hectic the day is for our medical providers; the average amount of time doctors spend with patients is under 19 minutes. So, in this rapid healthcare environment, how can you get the care you need? Two words: patient advocacy. ... Read More
Sep 1, 2025 — Family meetings are incredibly valuable when it comes to planning the future care of an older loved one. Whether it’s deciding on long-term care, discussing financial arrangements, or determining caregiving responsibilities, these meetings help improve communication and bring family members together in a unified front. While these conversations may be tough, having them early can... Read More
Aug 15, 2025 — You’ve no doubt read of the terrible opioid epidemic that is ruining—and taking—so many lives. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that 224 people die each day from an overdose of opioid medications, such as hydrocodone, oxycodone and codeine. Experts say the average life expectancy in the U.S. has even dropped slightly... Read More
Aug 1, 2025 — The Flintstones had all sorts of humorous labor-saving devices—a dinosaur lawn mower, a mastodon vacuum cleaner and so forth. But in reality, our ancient ancestors worked hard to survive. Anthropologists tell us this might be why it’s so hard to get ourselves moving, even if we know that physical activity is healthy for us. Are... Read More
Jul 15, 2025 — This summer, much of the country has been suffering under blistering heat. High temperatures are especially dangerous for older adults, and dehydration is one of the big factors when they experience heat-related illness. Yet even during cooler times of year, older adults are at risk of having a less than optimal level of fluid in... Read More
Jul 1, 2025 — We’ve all heard that to stay healthy, we need to exercise more, eat more healthfully, quit smoking and drink alcohol only in moderation. For many of us, healthy lifestyle changes require a sacrifice and may feel like a lot of hard work. We grow weary of hearing people telling us we shouldn’t have that slice... Read More
Jun 15, 2025 — Have you decided to downsize your home for a newer, smaller model that will accommodate your golden years? Or are you trading the constant chores of home ownership for a social and lively independent living community where you will never have to mow the lawn? This time in an older adult’s life should be a... Read More
Jun 1, 2025 — Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month is celebrated every June, to honor the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, a key turning point in the Gay Liberation movement. According to Pew Research, positive attitudes toward LGBTQ people are at the highest level in history and increasing. Also increasing is the number of... Read More
May 15, 2025 — If you are a family caregiver, this might sound familiar: you use up most of your vacation time to help your elderly parents with their healthcare and other needs. If your parents live at a distance, that’s where you go on your vacation. If your loved one lives with you or nearby, it seems like... Read More
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