“The Most Common Disease You’ve Never Heard Of” — the Mystery of Lewy Body Dementia
A member of an area Parkinson’s Disease caregiver support group recently shared with me the link to a thought-provoking article in the...
Long-Distance Family Communications: The Role of Technology
In this time of increased mobility, the extended family is becoming more extended than ever. Approximately 10% of the population moved in...
4 Alzheimer’s Education Links Worth a Look
Did you know that September is World Alzheimer’s Month? On the last day of this month of recognition, we’d like to offer our readers...
S.A.S.H. Offers Low-Cost Food Delivery for Los Altos Seniors
For homebound seniors, it is often a challenge to obtain freshly prepared food, particularly when they are too frail to cook regularly or...
September: A Month for Healthier Aging
A glance through the September calendar of important dates reminds us that this month is a significant one for those who work with older...
Congressman Offers Practical Caregiving Advice
Usually, those of us who work in elder care find ourselves advocating with legislators to address needed policies and funding. It is...
Aging in Place: Home Adaptation Is #1 Way to Prepare
A recent article in Harvard Medical Schools’ Healthbeat offered readers six different ways in which they could prepare to “age well.”...
New Survey Examines Baby Boomers’ Preparedness for Aging
A recent survey highlights older Americans’ thoughts and concerns about aging, including their own preparedness. The 2015 United States...
Invisible Caregivers: New Report Sheds Light on Family Needs
In the United States today, there are approximately 40 million family members who provide care for disabled or elderly adult loved...
Los Altos Senior Center Enhances Recreation Program
With the appointment of a new recreation specialist, the Los Altos Senior Center is offering a vibrant array of activities for area...
