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If I Get Dementia…
On behalf of those who have the disease, a caregiver offers requests for how to treat people with dementia. A woman who works with people with dementia knows how she would want to be treated [...]
Green Houses as an Alternative to Nursing Homes
These small dwellings in residential neighborhoods provide a family environment with individualized care for the same price as an institution. While surveys show that most older people want to live in their homes as they [...]
Aging Stereotypes
According to new research, stereotypical views on aging can negatively affect our hearing and memory skills, according to University of Toronto researchers. In a study of 301 adults ages 56-96, scientists assessed each person's view [...]
May 2016 Tour of Senior Communities
On Wednesday, May 18th we held our semi-annual Tour of Senior Communities event! This fun-filled event featured tours of 4 unique communities in the Greensboro area, breakfast, lunch, door prizes, and LOTS of great information [...]
Older Adults can be at Risk for Dehydration
Decreased fluid intake can exacerbate age-related problems, such as declining kidney function, causing seniors’ health to worsen and sometimes landing them in the hospital. When Walter, 94, got the stomach flu, he became so weak [...]
How Societies Can Grow Old Better
In tribal societies, older adults are valued because they have useful skills. A scholar suggests ways we can appreciate seniors in the modern world. Traditional hunter-gatherer societies treat their elderly better than modern society does [...]
Time to Join the Sharing Economy
Seniors are in a good position to take advantage of this new model, either by finding a “gig” job or sharing their house, car or bicycle —while making money. When it comes to being thrifty [...]
Medicare Facts You Should Know
Time Magazine and Money Magazine teamed up to bring you a GREAT article about the ins and outs of Medicare. There are lots of details that most people don't know! Check it out here!
A Great Radio Show for Anyone Coping with Alzheimer’s or Dementia
If you are familiar with the Diane Rehm show on NPR, you know she does a great show. Recently, she covered the cost of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's. It is an excellent [...]
The Importance of Friendship among Older Adults
by Judith Horstman An active social life for older adults is critical to good health and emotional well-being. Having a social network not only improves quality of life, but it's also good for your brain. [...]