Dementia “Ecosystem” Study To Address Caregiver Burden and Benefits of Technology
For those of us who work in the professional caregiving field, the role of the family caregiver is one we particularly honor. Caring for...
Fall Prevention: Proper Exercise Greatly Reduces Risk
Each year, millions of Americans are injured in some type of fall. For those over the age of 65, one in three individuals falls each...
New Senior Technologies Highlighted at AARP Conference
At last month’s AARP Life@50+ national convention, a competition among health-focused start-ups was a highlight of the conference. The...
Think Purple for National Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
June is now national Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. Previously commemorated in September, this month is dedicated to increasing...
Homebound Seniors Have Increased Medical Woes, Health Costs
A recent article in U.S. News & World Report summarized the findings of a medical research study on older adults who are homebound. “2...
8 Dimensions of Wellness: Cupertino Health Fair Offers Resources to Seniors
This weekend, residents of the greater Cupertino area may be interested in checking out one of the region’s best annual health fairs. The...
Support Caregiver Safety Net: Increased CRC Funding Needed
Throughout the state of California, a network of 11 Caregiver Resource Centers (CRCs) provides support, training, and other assistance to...
Exercise for a Lifetime
Exercise is a critical part of a healthy living plan for any older adult. Yet researchers have found that only 1 in 4 individuals between...
Positive Aging: 9 Mental Health Wellness Tips
If it’s May, it must be Older Americans Month. Did you know it is also national Mental Health Month? It seems only fitting that these two...
Aging in Place: How to Deal with Resistance
As we’ve previously noted, over 80% of older adults say they want to remain at home as the age. The CDC has defined “aging in place” as...
