In Brief

Prioritizing Wellness in Senior Communities

Fact checked by Ros Lederman Older adults searching for a retirement community should consider the community’s wellness programming. Wellness typically…

4 weeks ago

Virtual Reality Offers a Window into Life with Dementia

Fact checked by Ros Lederman Virtual reality (VR) dementia simulations — offered through headsets at some care facilities, hospitals, and…

4 weeks ago

Tune in to These Top Financial Podcasts

Fact checked by Katie Scarlett Brandt For a quick and easy way to gain bite-sized knowledge of financial issues, try…

4 weeks ago

Elder Emergencies

Emergency departments (EDs) are no longer one-size-fits-all. Many find value in modifying to meet older adults’ broader challenges. This shift…

7 months ago

Legal Updates

New Aging & Caregiving Laws   Anti-Discrimination for Caregivers Effective January 1, 2025 An amendment to the Illinois Human Rights Act…

7 months ago

The Cost of Care

Fact checked by Shannon Sparks   As you plan for aging, make sure to budget for potential caregiving needs. You…

7 months ago

Social Security Income Changes

In January, the 68 million Americans who receive social security payments will notice a change in the amount they receive each…

7 months ago

If Your Loved One Wanders, Don’t Wait to Dial 911

Fact checked by Catherine Gianaro   Has a loud and sudden alert from your phone, announcing an Amber Alert, ever surprised…

1 year ago

Legal Updates

New Aging and Caregiving Laws Fact checked by Catherine Gianaro Nurse Staffing Standards New patient care standards in Medicare- and Medicaid-rated…

1 year ago

Alzheimer’s Poetry Project

Fact checked by Derick Wilder   Chicago poet Gary Glazner founded the Alzheimer’s Poetry Project in 2003 to give people with…

1 year ago

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