When my grandmother, Mae, was 99 years old, I temporarily moved in with her. She was at the end of…
Embracing cultural traditions engages seniors, honoring their heritage Above: Dipti Shah, Adult Daycare Services Coordinator, Universal Metro Asian Services. Photo…
Dispensing love and life lessons, grandparents step in to raise their grandchildren Above photo by Jim Vondruska: Diana Martin-Logan with her…
With staff shortages and residents’ social isolation, what needs to change in our nation’s nursing homes? Undeniably, the pandemic has…
When Ann learned about a test that could reveal whether she had a genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease, the…
In a purr-fect pairing, pets bring love and companionship to older adults When her Arlington Heights retirement community locked down due…
Specialists help seniors address mental health issues and find treatment While many older adults experience depression, it is not a…
As gardens grow, so do older adults and their communities Every year, without fail, new growth emerges from the soil.…
When Illinois began rolling out Covid-19 vaccines to healthcare workers on December 15, many – especially the state’s seniors —…
Senior activists make their voices heard Crystal McGee had already begun praying when she felt the spit hit her skin. It…
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