I was working with a client not long ago who afforded me one of those “epiphany” moments. We were diligently rearranging her kitchen because she felt it difficult to work in. She said she could not find the things she needed when she needed them, items were scattered about and nothing seemed to have any […]
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Senior Depression How to Help
Senior depression often can go undetected. Learn how to help a loved one that is suffering with this condition in a loving & understanding way.
The Winds Are Changing – Aging Friendly Communities
For years, Florida and Arizona were prime retirement locations for seniors. A few years back, a movement began in communities across the nation to create senior-friendly cities. People started to think about how aging-friendly their cities were (or weren’t, in many cases). They considered transportation, services, housing, business education and more. They made their communities more […]
Imagine The Future of Aging
If you are at all curious about the technologies being developed right now to help older people aging in place, you need to watch this video. Brought to you by the Center for Aging Services Technologies (CAST) and hosted by Jeff Bridges, this video will open your eyes to the very exciting advancements being made […]
Elderly Stroke Prevention
We know that strokes can cause permanent damage and even death. But, did you know that the the elderly are at higher risk than any other age group? According to the Stanford School of Medicine Stroke Center, two-thirds of all stroke victims are elderly. Many of us know the general information about the cause of […]
Aging in Place at Home
Staying in your own home as long as you are able (aging in place) is more beneficial to the elderly. With proper care and careful planning, it can be a reality. Designer Judith Nicholson discusses it in this video.
Livable Communities & Aging In Place
In the Global Report on Aging (Summer 2005), Robert McNulty, Founder and President, Partners for Livable Communities puts forth what he believes are the core issues that the elderly and their communities are currently (and will continue) to face as the aging in place boom grows. He addresses such issues as housing, new housing options, […]