More than 50% of seniors are online, according to Pew Research Center’s Internet and American Life Project in 2012, and this means seniors are utilizing email, social media and online banking. As we age, there is an increased feeling of isolation for various reasons including a loss of social connections, new physical limitations or even a lack of …
New ‘Healthy Living Community’ Integrates People of All Ages
If you've ever thought, “I’m too young for a retirement community,” then there might be a solution for you – a continuing care retirement community that fully integrates people of all ages into one community. A new “Healthy Living Community” is an all-ages village that is being constructed in Liberty, Mo., and shows a progressive leap in how we …
5 Steps to a Healthier Heart in Late Life
Heart disease is already the leading cause of death in Americans, but the risk of heart disease increases as we age. Fortunately, heart disease is completely preventable. However, trying to keep heart healthy as we grow older can sometimes present new challenges such as overall health (i.e., flexibility, endurance), other ailments (i.e., arthritis …
Americans Say Aging Population is Not a Major Problem … but Don’t Believe Them
Yesterday, as part of the Global Attitudes Project, Pew Research released the results of a global study done to find out people's attitude on aging. The project is entitled, "Attitudes About Aging: A Global Perspective." Overall, this report is fascinating. It goes in-depth to discuss these and other findings. The report also unearths some …
6 Inspirational Aging in Place Bathrooms
We are always on the lookout for bathrooms that look great, are easy to use and improve bathroom safety for everyone. We love window shopping and seeing photos of the great spaces builders, remodelers and designers create. And, we like getting inspiration from their work. Not to mention, it is fun to look! Here are 6 inspirational aging in place …
Late Life Depression (Infographic)
Late life depression is a very serious issue, and is more common in seniors and the elderly than you may know. Sadly, not nearly enough people suffering from depression get the help they need so they can lead richer, more rewarding, lives. Depression that comes later in life can be brought on by the lack of social contact, recent loss of a loved …