Living arrangements for aging Americans frequently lean 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 findings…
Elderly Americans are at the greatest risk of COVID-19 as well as the demographic that is least likely to respond well to a vaccine. A vaccine shot works by fooling the body into believing it has been infected with a…
It is easy to succumb to depression at any phase of life. Life is full of surprises and twists, and not all of them have a positive effect on our mental health. However, once a senior is in the grasp…
It is not uncommon for family members to argue over mom or dad’s favorite items when that parent dies. Arguments can take place over things like a coffee mug, a piece of jewelry or a painting. These types of arguments…
Technology is central to American life and becoming more prominant in senior populations as the tech industry targets this growing market demographic. A new survey by AARP projects by the year 2030 close to 132 million Americans aged 50 or…
A family caregiving meeting is an important tool when planning for the care of an aging loved one. These meetings are beneficial for helping to keep all family members abreast of decisions that need to be made along with changes…
A living will defines your preferences regarding life-sustaining medical treatment. It is often accompanied by a health-care proxy or power of attorney, which allows someone to make treatment decisions for you if you are incapacitated and the living will does…
Recent events have caused many of us to consider our mortality and how we can ensure our loved ones are taken care of, especially if the unexpected happens. Life insurance can be an affordable way to provide for our children,…
There is a wide range of home health care services available, ranging from taking care of daily household tasks to medical care. Before identifying a health care service for information, get a clear idea of what you are in the…
Decades ago in America, it was prevalent that extended family members lived near to one another, providing a system of support and care for the family young and old. Now many families live far out of reach from the daily…
