Op-Ed: Don’t Blow Out the Candles on the Older Americans Act
Caregiving is committed to publishing a diversity of opinions. The opinions expressed in this op-ed article are the author’s own. Speak up during a day of action to protect our future Imagine any of the following scenarios: Your aging parent lives alone but receives daily hot meals through a local senior nutrition program. Your neighbor, a […]
Tips to Make the Bathroom a Safe Space for Seniors
Sometimes the smallest room in the house — the bathroom — can cause the greatest risk. One in four people over age 65 falls each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Bathrooms are a prime place for injuries, with falls causing about 80% of bathroom injuries. “For seniors aging in […]
Foster Grandparents Mentor Youth
The AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparents program provides a way for volunteers to mentor children in their communities.
Seniors Helping Seniors
The seniors providing services are happy to have the extra income. Both the providers and the receivers benefit from the companionship.
Mayo Clinic Q&A: What Causes Kidney Stones?
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My father has a history of kidney stones. He has changed his diet in the past year, which seemed to help. I’m concerned though, since I had heard kidney stones can increase during the summer. Is this true? If so, are there any tips for how he can further reduce his risk? […]
The Role of our Minds to Avoid Falls
A few years ago, my grandmother suffered a fall and broke her hip. She has never fully recovered and is now constantly fearful of falling. She has significantly limited her activities to prevent a fall from ever happening again. As a scientist focused on translational research in mobility and falls in older adults, of course […]
Passions Project: Stu Katz
Jazz pianist and vibraphonist Photographed at his winter apartment in Los Angeles Some of Chicagoan Stu Katz’s passions are quiet. He loves his family, his former career as a corporate attorney and complicated word puzzles. But there’s one passion you can’t miss: jazz. “I have been a working jazz musician for over 65 years. Thankfully, […]
Passions Project: Jim Lew
Enthusiast Photographed at his home in Rogers Park, Chicago Chicagoan Jim Lew is a consummate storyteller, bursting with interesting stories from throughout his life. Indeed, everything Lew does seems to turn into his latest passion. His tales start with spending his childhood in his parents’ Chinese restaurant on Route 66 in Amarillo, Texas. He’s full […]
Passions Project: Penny Brown
Art collector and philanthropist Photographed at her Gold Coast home, Chicago Walking into art collector and philanthropist Penny Brown’s home is like walking into an art gallery. Her collection is eclectic and vast, and Brown is an engaging tour guide, pointing out her personal connections to each piece or to each artist. For Brown, art […]
Passions Project: Susan Trice
Dancer Photographed at Deeply Rooted Dance Theater, Chicago As a child growing up on the South Side of Chicago, Susan Trice wanted to dance. But, as the oldest of six kids with two working parents, pursuing that dream wasn’t possible. Trice never let up on her vision, though. And eight years ago, when she was […]