We are now living longer than previous generations thanks to advances in medicine, technology, and life science. But simply living a longer life should not be the goal. Maintaining a healthy quality of life should be. After all, who wants…
Right now is a perfect time to take stock of your life and plan for the future of your health care. Americans continue responding to the ever-present threat of COVID-19 in its many iterations, and we are identifying that which…
The revolution of Smart Persona Assistants is moving forward at a breakneck pace. It took approximately 30 years for the cellular telephone to begin outnumbering people on the planet, but smart personal assistants are projected to outnumber humans in half…
Assisted living rent cost can vary anywhere from $2,000 to $5,000 monthly. Depending on what type of care your loved one needs, assisted living can be the most affordable solution when compared to a nursing home ($5,000 to $10,000 or…
Because of the coronavirus, our elder population is experiencing isolation from their family and extended community interaction, increasing the likelihood of neglect. With the flu season fast approaching this isolation and the possibility of a resurgence of COVID-19, older Americans…
Aging is not something that you can control, and it affects all family systems. It can be hard for adult children to imagine their parents as seniors and to understand and respond to the reality that each parent will age…
Living arrangements for aging Americans are decidedly leaning towards aging in place. Nearly all older adults prefer to age in the comfort of their long time homes and familiar community surroundings. Aging in place often means living alone. Pew Research…
During the coronavirus pandemic, social distancing is recommended and government mandates that restrict large gatherings of Americans to slow the spread of the virus are minimizing our abilities to interact with each other. This isolation holds especially true for those…