When I asked the other three members of my walking group, all of whom are in their mid to upper 70s, whether they had any concerns about future living arrangements, they each said they had none despite the fact that, like me, they live in multistory private homes without elevators and, in two cases, without [...]
Photo Paul Rogers A recently published book, “70Candles! Women Thriving in Their 8th Decade,” inspired me to take a closer look at how I’m doing as I approach 75 and how I might make the most of the years to come. It would be a good idea for women in my age cohort to do [...]
By 2025, the elderly population (both in the United States and globally) is expected to double, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. This means that many of us will be dealing with senior-aged parents -- something that you may not be completely prepared for. As they age, your parents will begin to need more and [...]
Your mother resists in-home helpers, insisting you can wait on her. Your frail father won't stop driving. Your aunt denies the need for a personal care aide, in spite of her unwashed hair and soiled clothes. Your grandmother refuses to move to an assisted living facility "because it's full of old people." Sound familiar? Nothing [...]
It is a tough decision when we have a loved one that needs more help than we can provide. It's even harder, sometimes, to know how to help our loved ones stay safe in their home for longer as they get older, known as "aging in place". Fortunately, Ronnie Friedland does a great job outlining [...]
Seniors have long been a target for telemarketers that are only interested in turning a quick buck, or worse. Every week, there are stories in the news on a new telemarketing scam, and it's usually seniors that are the prime targets. Thanks to the FTC, there are now stiffer regulations and steeper penalties for telemarketers [...]
The Reality Each year, one in every three adults ages 65 or older falls and 2 million are treated in emergency departments for fall-related injuries. And the risk of falling increases with each decade of life. The long-term consequences of fall injuries, such as hip fractures and traumatic brain injuries (TBI), can impact the health [...]
#1. Bathroom Medications: Are medications stored properly? Are they too high or too low for the senior to reach? Toilet: Is the toilet the correct height? This is often overlooked and many times a senior will tell you it’s fine until you show them how much easier things can be and safe. Mobility: Are mobility, [...]
Cyber Crime is not a passing fad. It is on the rise, and everyone is at risk today. Unfortunately, these criminals love to prey on older individuals and they are very cunning in their methods, often resorting to tricks like guilt, pity and family as "bait" for their scam. So, how do you help protect [...]