Of the more than 34.2 million Americans who are providing care for an aging loved one, 15% of them live at least an hour away from that family member, according to the National Institute on Aging. This can present a significant burden to the Read More >
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Unwanted Conversations: Aging Parents and Money
I'm pleased to share this guest blog with you this month. It's written by David Solie, an author, educator and thought leader on the psychology of aging. Older adults have a deep resistance to having conversations with their Read More >
Choosing a Medical Alert System
In a recent survey, nearly 90% of seniors said they preferred to “age in place,” living in their own homes. Although family members and loved ones want to respect their wishes, there can be real risks associated with independent senior living. Read More >
Memory Loss: Normal Aging or Dementia?
“You know what they say, the memory’s the first thing to go.” How often has a friend jokingly said that to you when you can’t remember the name of an actor, or have forgotten something (again) at home? The thing is, memory is often one of the Read More >
Starting “The Conversation” with Your Aging Parents
If you were visiting your aging parents over the holidays and took my advice about checking for health and safety issues, the next natural step is to have “the conversation.” The content of that conversation will differ based on what you found, and Read More >
Visiting Aging Parents for the Holidays? Look for These Signs of Concern
The holidays are a wonderful time to catch up with family and friends, and celebrate the season together. They are also an opportune time to do a loving check up on your aging family members. If you are only able to see your parents once or twice a Read More >