Five Myths About Senior Drivers A recent article in Bloomberg exploded the myth that Americans stick to their trusty old clunkers upon retirement; apparently, plenty of the 36 million senior drivers today are leaving the showroom with a snazzy new set of wheels! Today’s seniors have their roots firmly in the age of driving. Driving equals independence in the minds…
Many Seniors Affected By Anxiety Disorders When an older loved one seems to worry all the time, this could be a sign of a troubling but treatable condition. Mom was always the carefree ringleader of family fun. Yet lately, the family has noticed that she always seems worried about things. She wonders if she left the stove on. She…
Is Aging in Place Right for You? Dear Neighbors; I wanted to let you know about a talk I am giving next Thursday night at the Potomac Community Village (PCV) meeting. My topic will be "Is Aging in Place Right for You?". The question of remaining in one's home touches all of us as we make decisions for our own…
Be a Fall Fighter Wordfind Falls are one of the greatest threats to the independence and well-being of seniors. Fortunately, many falls can be prevented. Once you’re done with your fall-preventing exercise routine for the day, grab a pencil and give your brain a little exercise too with this month’s fall fighter puzzle, which contains 20 words all having…
Technology -- Computerized gadgets are just for younger people, right? Think again! With the growing number of older adults in our society, many companies are working to develop new support technologies to enhance their health and independence. And it’s good to know that in many cases, modifying and simplifying existing gadgets is the way to make them senior-friendly. With…
“Mom is due at the doctor at 10:30, and my boss just called a staff meeting.” When you’re providing care for an elderly loved one, it’s not uncommon to feel torn between work, your loved one’s needs, and your other responsibilities. Avoiding Caregiver Guilt According to the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a), nearly 66 million Americans provide…
Fear of falling confines many seniors to the house. Professional caregivers help them remain active and engaged in the community. September 23, 2015 Is Falls Prevention Awareness Day. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently announced that the number of seniors who die from fall-related injuries has nearly doubled in the last 15 years. Clearly, falls are…
No one can predict the future…but everyone can plan for the coming years. Learning about senior living options is an important part of preparing for the future of every American. Where will you live? Would your current home be suitable if your health needs change? When will you be able to retire? How will you maintain as much independence as…
When many people think of seniors and weight problems, they think of the problem of being underweight. It is true that being significantly underweight is a red flag for possible health problems in the elderly. But geriatrics specialists today are increasingly dealing with the opposite health challenge in the senior population. Home Care Helps Seniors Avoid Unhealthy Weight Gain…
Five Tips for Traveling With Senior Loved Ones Most of us have a limited amount of time and money we’re able to spend on travel. If you have parents who live far from home, the desire to spend time with them means there’s even less time for you to just run off and have a “real” vacation. Or, if…
