One way that doctors measure how well a person can live on their own is to look at how they are able to perform when it comes to the instrumental activities of daily living vs. activities of daily living that…
As the Baby Boomers continue to turn 65 by 10,000 a day, many individuals face the prospect of caring for aging parents. While conversations about a caregiving plan with an elderly loved one can be difficult, there are a few…
Aging is an inevitable part of life. As parents grow older, their adult children are often faced with difficult decisions. One of the questions they’ll often ask is: “Do my parents need assisted living services or can I continue to…
Your home is your safe place. It’s the place where you’ve likely made your best memories and spent your most cherished moments. Because of this emotional connection, many adults fear that they’ll have to move out of their home and…
As 10,000 baby boomers turn age 65 each day, the demographics of America are changing. This expanding group of Americans is redefining the senior lifestyle with unique perspectives on aging and the role local communities can play in helping them…
As your senior parents age, it’s natural to worry about their health and their ability to continue caring for themselves. Whether they’re facing serious health concerns like degenerative diseases or recovery following illness or injury, or they’re simply slowing down,…
A century ago, it was considered normal for a person to age and pass away in the home, surrounded by family. Today, this occurrence is relatively rare. According to Stanford School of Medicine, only about 20% of Americans die at home,…
Did you know that every year, more than a half-million older adults stop driving? While the number itself is impressive, it goes far beyond a statistic. We all enjoy a tremendous amount of freedom throughout our lives and from a…
Watch this helpful video from caregiving expert, Laura Barish as she gives pro tips on what to look for when choosing a walker for elderly individuals. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqM8GKgcL_w Video Transcription Hi there, my name is Laura Barish and I am part…
If you’re a precocious teenager chock full of energy and dreams, growing old hardly seems real. You know it’s out there but it is so far away, you can barely see it in the distance. If you just turned 70,…